Occupational Health and Safety Specialists pay in Washington
In Washington, the median pay for occupational health and safety specialists is $49.48 an hour ($102,920 a year). About 3,570 people work in this job there.
That is 14% higher than the U.S. median ($90,150). Washington ranks 3rd of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for occupational health and safety specialists in Washington
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $33.40 | $69,470 |
| 25% of workers | $41.40 | $86,110 |
| Half of workers (median) | $49.48 | $102,920 |
| 75% of workers | $61.08 | $127,050 |
| 90% of workers | $71.31 | $148,330 |
Occupational Health and Safety Specialists pay in Washington metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Kennewick-Richland | $125,970 | 290 |
| Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue | $109,500 | 1,820 |
| Bremerton-Silverdale-Port Orchard | $103,810 | 160 |
| Bellingham | $103,260 | 110 |
| Mount Vernon-Anacortes | $101,060 | 60 |
| Longview-Kelso | $96,780 | 50 |
| Olympia-Lacey-Tumwater | $95,640 | 160 |
| Wenatchee-East Wenatchee | $93,430 | 50 |
| Yakima | $92,960 | 60 |
| Spokane-Spokane Valley | $90,310 | 230 |
| Walla Walla | $89,860 | 30 |
Washington unemployment rate: 4.9% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for occupational health and safety specialists
- Typical education to start: Bachelor's degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 2 to 4 years (O*NET)
- Job outlook: +18.5% over ten years, much faster than average · about 17,100 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Washington
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Occupational Health and Safety Technicians | $104,910 |
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