Occupational Health and Safety Specialists Salary in Iowa
Occupational Health and Safety Specialists in Iowa earn a median of $87,830 a year, −3% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $87,830
- vs. U.S. median
- −3% ($90,150)
- Rank among states
- 29 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 1,310
Pay range in Iowa
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $59,080; the top 10% earn over $126,480. Nationally the range is $55,000 to $134,950.
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Occupational Health and Safety Specialists pay in Iowa
How much do occupational health and safety specialists make in Iowa?
The median is $87,830 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $59,080 and the top 10% earn over $126,480. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Iowa a good state for occupational health and safety specialists?
On pay alone it ranks 29 of 51 (−3% vs. the national median of $90,150). Living costs are not included.