What is the average hourly wage for Health and Safety Engineers?

The median hourly wage for Health and Safety Engineers is $46.73 per hour. This translates to approximately $97,200 per year working full-time.

What states pay Health and Safety Engineers the most?

Salaries for Health and Safety Engineers vary significantly by location. Use the state-by-state table above to see which states offer the highest median wages for this occupation.

What education is needed to become a health and safety engineer?

Typical education required: Bachelor's degree.

Health and Safety Engineers Salary

Name: Health and Safety Engineers Salary Data
Creator: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
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Official U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Data - May 2024

Median Annual Salary

$97,200

$46.73 / hour

▲ 4% (Average)

Salary Range

$51,516 - $167,184

10th to 90th percentile

Total Employed

25,840

workers nationally

🏛️ Data Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024 | Updated: Annual | Methodology

Health and Safety Engineers Salary by Percentile

$51,516 $167,184

10th pct Median: $97,200 90th pct

Percentile	Annual Salary	Hourly Rate
10th (Entry Level)	$51,516	$24.77
25th Percentile	$69,984	$33.65
50th (Median)	$97,200	$46.73
75th Percentile	$134,136	$64.49
90th (Top Earners)	$167,184	$80.38
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Top Paying States for Health and Safety Engineers

#	State	Median Annual	Median Hourly
1	District of Columbia (DC)	$128,304	$61.68
2	California (CA)	$121,500	$58.41
3	Massachusetts (MA)	$118,584	$57.01
4	New Jersey (NJ)	$116,640	$56.08
5	Connecticut (CT)	$114,696	$55.14
6	Maryland (MD)	$114,696	$55.14
7	Hawaii (HI)	$111,780	$53.74
8	Alaska (AK)	$108,864	$52.34
9	Washington (WA)	$108,864	$52.34
10	Colorado (CO)	$104,976	$50.47
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

About Health and Safety Engineers

Health and Safety Engineers work in their specialized field applying expertise and skills to deliver value in their organization. This occupation is part of the technology sector of the U.S. economy.

Education Requirements

Typical Entry-Level Education: Bachelor's degree

Job Outlook for Health and Safety Engineers

Projected Growth

+4%

2022-2032

▲ 4% (Average)

Annual Job Openings

196,600

projected annually

Outlook data based on BLS Employment Projections program. Growth rate is projected change in employment 2022-2032.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do Health and Safety Engineers make?

The median annual salary for Health and Safety Engineers is $97,200 (BLS OEWS May 2024). Entry-level workers earn around $51,516, while the top 10% earn $167,184 or more.

What is the hourly wage for Health and Safety Engineers?

Health and Safety Engineers earn a median hourly wage of $46.73 per hour. Working full-time (40 hrs/week, 52 weeks), this equals approximately $97,200 annually.

Is Health and Safety Engineers a good-paying career?

With a median salary of $97,200, Health and Safety Engineers earns above the U.S. median household income. Job outlook: Average (4% growth, 2022-2032).

What education do Health and Safety Engineers need?

Typical entry-level education: Bachelor's degree. Requirements vary by employer and specialization - check with specific employers and BLS OOH for detailed requirements.