Occupational Health and Safety Specialists Salary in District of Columbia
Occupational Health and Safety Specialists in District of Columbia earn a median of $111,530 a year, +24% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $111,530
- vs. U.S. median
- +24% ($90,150)
- Rank among states
- 1 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 280
Pay range in District of Columbia
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $68,000; the top 10% earn over $156,750. Nationally the range is $55,000 to $134,950.
States ranked near District of Columbia
Similar jobs in District of Columbia
- Environmental Compliance Inspectors$111,030 median in District of Columbia (broader BLS group)
- Validation Engineers$103,300 median in District of Columbia (broader BLS group)
- Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health$132,620 median in District of Columbia
- Nuclear Engineers$195,190 median in District of Columbia
Occupational Health and Safety Specialists pay in District of Columbia
How much do occupational health and safety specialists make in District of Columbia?
The median is $111,530 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $68,000 and the top 10% earn over $156,750. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is District of Columbia a good state for occupational health and safety specialists?
On pay alone it ranks 1 of 51 (+24% vs. the national median of $90,150). Living costs are not included.