Occupational Health and Safety Technicians pay in North Carolina
In North Carolina, the median pay for occupational health and safety technicians is $29.69 an hour ($61,760 a year). About 720 people work in this job there.
That is about the same as the U.S. median ($61,560). North Carolina ranks 28th of 48 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for occupational health and safety technicians in North Carolina
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $23.75 | $49,400 |
| 25% of workers | $25.51 | $53,060 |
| Half of workers (median) | $29.69 | $61,760 |
| 75% of workers | $36.52 | $75,950 |
| 90% of workers | $42.95 | $89,340 |
Occupational Health and Safety Technicians pay in North Carolina metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Durham-Chapel Hill | $73,230 | 70 |
| Raleigh-Cary | $70,080 | 80 |
| Winston-Salem | $65,680 | 40 |
| Fayetteville | $61,760 | 40 |
| Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia | $61,670 | 170 |
| Greensboro-High Point | $61,610 | 50 |
North Carolina unemployment rate: 3.5% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for occupational health and safety technicians
- Typical education to start: High school diploma or equivalent (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 2 to 4 years (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Moderate-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: +19.4% over ten years, much faster than average · about 3,800 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in North Carolina
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Occupational Health and Safety Specialists | $86,650 |
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