Occupational Health and Safety Specialists Salary in New Jersey
Occupational Health and Safety Specialists in New Jersey earn a median of $90,610 a year, +1% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $90,610
- vs. U.S. median
- +1% ($90,150)
- Rank among states
- 22 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 3,830
Pay range in New Jersey
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $54,580; the top 10% earn over $128,490. Nationally the range is $55,000 to $134,950.
States ranked near New Jersey
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Occupational Health and Safety Specialists pay in New Jersey
How much do occupational health and safety specialists make in New Jersey?
The median is $90,610 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $54,580 and the top 10% earn over $128,490. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is New Jersey a good state for occupational health and safety specialists?
On pay alone it ranks 22 of 51 (+1% vs. the national median of $90,150). Living costs are not included.