Occupational Health and Safety Specialists Salary in Virginia
Occupational Health and Safety Specialists in Virginia earn a median of $90,800 a year, +1% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $90,800
- vs. U.S. median
- +1% ($90,150)
- Rank among states
- 21 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 3,910
Pay range in Virginia
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $56,180; the top 10% earn over $138,350. Nationally the range is $55,000 to $134,950.
States ranked near Virginia
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- Environmental Compliance Inspectors$80,380 median in Virginia (broader BLS group)
- Environmental Science and Protection Technicians, Including Health$49,430 median in Virginia
- Validation Engineers$102,550 median in Virginia (broader BLS group)
- Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health$82,230 median in Virginia
Occupational Health and Safety Specialists pay in Virginia
How much do occupational health and safety specialists make in Virginia?
The median is $90,800 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $56,180 and the top 10% earn over $138,350. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Virginia a good state for occupational health and safety specialists?
On pay alone it ranks 21 of 51 (+1% vs. the national median of $90,150). Living costs are not included.