Occupational Health and Safety Specialists Salary in Missouri
Occupational Health and Safety Specialists in Missouri earn a median of $83,090 a year, −8% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $83,090
- vs. U.S. median
- −8% ($90,150)
- Rank among states
- 44 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 2,660
Pay range in Missouri
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $43,330; the top 10% earn over $130,110. Nationally the range is $55,000 to $134,950.
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- Environmental Compliance Inspectors$67,270 median in Missouri (broader BLS group)
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- Validation Engineers$99,290 median in Missouri (broader BLS group)
- Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health$61,050 median in Missouri
Occupational Health and Safety Specialists pay in Missouri
How much do occupational health and safety specialists make in Missouri?
The median is $83,090 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $43,330 and the top 10% earn over $130,110. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Missouri a good state for occupational health and safety specialists?
On pay alone it ranks 44 of 51 (−8% vs. the national median of $90,150). Living costs are not included.