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Workplace Safety Supervisor Salary in the United States

How much does a Workplace Safety Supervisor make in the United States?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Workplace Safety Supervisor in the United States is $90,949 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $44.

However, a Workplace Safety Supervisor's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $109,603
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $81,523 to $100,713
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $72,941
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Workplace Safety Supervisor Salaries by Percentile

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Monthly
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Weekly
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75th Percentile $100,713 $8,393 $1,937 $48
Average $90,949 $7,579 $1,749 $44
25th Percentile $81,523 $6,794 $1,568 $39
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Key Factors That Influence Workplace Safety Supervisor Salaries

A Workplace Safety Supervisor's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Workplace Safety Supervisor Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Workplace Safety Supervisor's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Labor Safety Representative IV (7+ years): $111,303
  • Labor Safety Representative V (7-10 years): $139,855
  • Workplace Safety Supervisor (10+ years): $90,959
  • Labor Safety Manager (10+ years): $100,055
  • Safety Programs Compliance Senior Manager (10+ years): $147,188
Job Role Years of Experience Average Salary
Labor Safety Representative IV7+ years$111,303
Labor Safety Representative V7-10 years$139,855
Workplace Safety Supervisor10+ years$90,959
Labor Safety Manager10+ years$100,055
Safety Programs Compliance Senior Manager10+ years$147,188
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How Do Workplace Safety Supervisor Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Workplace Safety Supervisors. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $100,700.
  • California: $100,318.
  • Massachusetts: $98,981.

Top Paying Cities for Workplace Safety Supervisors

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • San Jose: $114,717
  • San Francisco: $113,461
  • Oakland: $111,070

What Skills Can Increase a Workplace Safety Supervisor's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Leadership (Mentioned in 7.09% Job Postings): Knowledge of and ability to employ effective strategies that motivate and guide other members within our business to achieve optimum results.
  • Safety Management (Mentioned in 3.23% Job Postings): Applying safety principles, framework, processes, and measures to prevent accidents, injuries, and other adverse consequences.
  • EHS (Mentioned in 2.35% Job Postings): Environment, health and safety, EHS is an acronym for the set that studies and implements the practical aspects of protecting the environment and maintaining health and safety at occupation.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Leadership 7.09%
Safety Management 3.23%
EHS 2.35%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Workplace Safety Supervisor's salary.
  • Communication Skills: Can increase your salary by up to 3%.
  • Flexibility: Can increase your salary by up to 3%.
  • Analysis: Can increase your salary by up to 3%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Communication Skills
$93,677
3%
Flexibility
$93,677
3%
Analysis
$93,677
3%
Integrity
$93,677
3%
Verbal Communication
$93,677
3%
Teamwork
$92,768
2%
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Workplace Safety Supervisor Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Workplace Safety Supervisor salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $101,726. While startup companies pay approximate $86,030.

Workplace Safety Supervisor Salary by Company Size

Company Size Employees Average Salary
Startup1~50$86,030
Growth Stage51~500$90,990
Established501~5000$98,236
Enterprise5000+$101,726

Workplace Safety Supervisor Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Workplace Safety Supervisor roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 53% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Energy & Utilities and Pharmaceuticals sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 27% above the average. In contrast, Workplace Safety Supervisor positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Workplace Safety Supervisor as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Workplace Safety Supervisor

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Energy & Utilities$115,505$56.027%
Pharmaceuticals$109,139$52.020%
Internet$107,320$52.018%
Financial Services$104,591$50.015%
Insurance$103,682$50.014%

Workplace Safety Supervisor Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Workplace Safety Supervisor's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on July 01, 2026

Workplace Safety Supervisor Salary Growth & Career Path

Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As a Workplace Safety Supervisor, you have the following paths for advancement. The table below compares the salary raises for common next-step roles. By comparing these figures, you can choose the career path that best meets your financial goals.

Workplace Safety Supervisor Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role Estimate Salary Projected Raise
Labor Safety Manager $100,100 10%
Workplace Hazard Prevention Manager $104,800 15%

Salary Trends for Workplace Safety Supervisor

Salaries for a Workplace Safety Supervisor can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $81,389 in 2023 to around $80,500 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Workplace Safety Supervisor salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Workplace Safety Supervisor Over Time

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2023
$81,389
2024
$81,249
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2024 $81,249
2025 $80,500
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