Occupational Health and Safety Specialists Salary in California
Occupational Health and Safety Specialists in California earn a median of $102,840 a year, +14% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $102,840
- vs. U.S. median
- +14% ($90,150)
- Rank among states
- 4 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 16,230
Pay range in California
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $59,760; the top 10% earn over $161,300. Nationally the range is $55,000 to $134,950.
States ranked near California
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Occupational Health and Safety Specialists pay in California
How much do occupational health and safety specialists make in California?
The median is $102,840 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $59,760 and the top 10% earn over $161,300. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is California a good state for occupational health and safety specialists?
On pay alone it ranks 4 of 51 (+14% vs. the national median of $90,150). Living costs are not included.