Occupational Health and Safety Specialists Salary in Kentucky
Occupational Health and Safety Specialists in Kentucky earn a median of $83,730 a year, −7% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $83,730
- vs. U.S. median
- −7% ($90,150)
- Rank among states
- 42 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 2,480
Pay range in Kentucky
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $49,040; the top 10% earn over $129,120. Nationally the range is $55,000 to $134,950.
States ranked near Kentucky
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- Environmental Compliance Inspectors$69,240 median in Kentucky (broader BLS group)
- Environmental Science and Protection Technicians, Including Health$46,840 median in Kentucky
- Validation Engineers$96,820 median in Kentucky (broader BLS group)
- Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health$71,040 median in Kentucky
Occupational Health and Safety Specialists pay in Kentucky
How much do occupational health and safety specialists make in Kentucky?
The median is $83,730 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $49,040 and the top 10% earn over $129,120. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Kentucky a good state for occupational health and safety specialists?
On pay alone it ranks 42 of 51 (−7% vs. the national median of $90,150). Living costs are not included.