Occupational Health and Safety Specialists Salary in South Dakota
Occupational Health and Safety Specialists in South Dakota earn a median of $88,610 a year, −2% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $88,610
- vs. U.S. median
- −2% ($90,150)
- Rank among states
- 27 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 250
Pay range in South Dakota
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $48,590; the top 10% earn over $121,840. Nationally the range is $55,000 to $134,950.
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Occupational Health and Safety Specialists pay in South Dakota
How much do occupational health and safety specialists make in South Dakota?
The median is $88,610 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $48,590 and the top 10% earn over $121,840. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is South Dakota a good state for occupational health and safety specialists?
On pay alone it ranks 27 of 51 (−2% vs. the national median of $90,150). Living costs are not included.