Occupational Health and Safety Specialists Salary in Colorado
Occupational Health and Safety Specialists in Colorado earn a median of $101,400 a year, +12% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $101,400
- vs. U.S. median
- +12% ($90,150)
- Rank among states
- 6 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 3,080
Pay range in Colorado
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $64,140; the top 10% earn over $153,030. Nationally the range is $55,000 to $134,950.
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Occupational Health and Safety Specialists pay in Colorado
How much do occupational health and safety specialists make in Colorado?
The median is $101,400 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $64,140 and the top 10% earn over $153,030. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Colorado a good state for occupational health and safety specialists?
On pay alone it ranks 6 of 51 (+12% vs. the national median of $90,150). Living costs are not included.