How much does an occupational health and safety specialist make in Rhode Island?
$101,700a year
Median yearly pay for occupational health and safety specialists in Rhode Island. That is $48.91 an hour or $8,478 a month.
- Hourly
- $48.91
- Vs. national median
- +13%
- Rank among states
- 5 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 200
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $66,800Median: $101,700Highest 10%: $149,400
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $66,800 | $32.12 | |
| 25th | $82,800 | $39.81 | |
| Median | $101,700 | $48.91 | |
| 75th | $120,400 | $57.90 | |
| 90th | $149,400 | $71.80 |
Cities in Rhode Island
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Providence, RI | $98,320 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for occupational health and safety specialists.
| 2. Massachusetts | $104,000 |
| 3. Washington | $102,900 |
| 4. California | $102,800 |
| 5. Rhode Island | $101,700 |
| 6. Colorado | $101,400 |
| 7. New Hampshire | $101,300 |
| 8. Alaska | $99,270 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an occupational health and safety specialist make an hour in Rhode Island?
The median hourly pay in Rhode Island is $48.91 ($101,700 a year).
Do occupational health and safety specialists make more in Rhode Island than the national average?
Yes: $101,700 against $90,150 nationally, 13% more.
Where does Rhode Island rank for occupational health and safety specialist pay?
Rhode Island ranks 5 of 51 states.
Which city in Rhode Island pays occupational health and safety specialists the most?
Providence-Warwick, RI-MA, with a median of $98,320 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.