Occupational Health and Safety Specialists Salary in Illinois
Occupational Health and Safety Specialists in Illinois earn a median of $98,270 a year, +9% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $98,270
- vs. U.S. median
- +9% ($90,150)
- Rank among states
- 9 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 2,900
Pay range in Illinois
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $61,160; the top 10% earn over $137,000. Nationally the range is $55,000 to $134,950.
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- Environmental Compliance Inspectors$80,550 median in Illinois (broader BLS group)
- Environmental Science and Protection Technicians, Including Health$59,930 median in Illinois
- Validation Engineers$100,540 median in Illinois (broader BLS group)
- Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health$81,590 median in Illinois
Occupational Health and Safety Specialists pay in Illinois
How much do occupational health and safety specialists make in Illinois?
The median is $98,270 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $61,160 and the top 10% earn over $137,000. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Illinois a good state for occupational health and safety specialists?
On pay alone it ranks 9 of 51 (+9% vs. the national median of $90,150). Living costs are not included.