What are the main factors that influence an EHS Specialist's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What industry pays the highest salary for EHS Specialist?

The Aerospace & Defense industry offers the highest average compensation for EHS Specialist roles, with salaries approximately 10% above the market median.

How does experience change An EHS Specialist's salary?

An EHS Specialist's salary grows with experience: a Safety Representative I (0-2 years)earns $71,235, a EHS Specialist (2-4 years)earns $80,015, a Safety Representative III (4-7 years)earns $98,073, a Safety Representative IV (7+ years)earns $114,960, a Safety Representative V (7-10 years)earns $144,450,

What are the highest paying states for an EHS Specialist?

EHS Specialist salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for EHS Specialist roles are District of Columbia $88,471, California $88,136, Massachusetts $86,961. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of EHS Specialist roles make?

Salaries for EHS Specialist level roles vary by specialization: VP of EHS: $216,890; EHS Compliance Specialist V: $155,753; EHS Director: $154,790; EHS Administrator IV: $127,590; EHS Compliance Specialist IV: $127,553.

EHS Specialist Salary in Delaware

How much does an EHS Specialist make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an EHS Specialist in Delaware is $80,920 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $39.

However, an EHS Specialist's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $104,433
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $71,984 to $93,228
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $63,847

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EHS Specialist Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$93,228	$7,769	$1,793	$45
Average	$80,920	$6,743	$1,556	$39
25th Percentile	$71,984	$5,999	$1,384	$35

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Key Factors That Influence EHS Specialist Salaries

An EHS Specialist'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 EHS Specialist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an EHS Specialist'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:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $71,235
Early Career (1-2 years): $80,015
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $98,073
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $114,960
Expert (over 8 years): $144,450

Levels	Salary
Safety Re... Level EHS Specialist	$71,235
EHS Speci... Level EHS Specialist	$80,015
Safety Re... Level EHS Specialist	$98,073
Safety Re... Level EHS Specialist	$114,960
Safety Re... Level EHS Specialist	$144,450

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How Do EHS Specialist 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 EHS Specialists. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $88,471.
California: $88,136.
Massachusetts: $86,961.

District of Columbia $88,471 California $88,136 Massachusetts $86,961 Washington $86,641 New Jersey $86,609 Alaska $86,497 Connecticut $85,395 New York $84,947

Hawaii $83,517 Rhode Island $82,846 Maryland $82,390 Minnesota $81,767 Colorado $81,527 Illinois $81,447 Oregon $81,144 Delaware $80,920

New Hampshire $80,779 Virginia $80,465 Pennsylvania $79,546 Nevada $79,082 North Dakota $78,930 Michigan $78,691 Wisconsin $78,603 Vermont $78,427

Texas $77,940 Maine $77,908 Arizona $77,860 Ohio $77,804 Georgia $77,069 Indiana $76,701 Wyoming $76,629 Utah $76,517

Iowa $76,469 Kansas $76,086 Louisiana $75,974 North Carolina $75,934 Missouri $75,918 Florida $75,606 Montana $75,439 Nebraska $75,279

Kentucky $75,191 South Carolina $74,871 Tennessee $74,672 Idaho $74,592 New Mexico $74,008 Oklahoma $73,880 Alabama $73,409 South Dakota $72,618

Arkansas $72,186 West Virginia $71,955 Mississippi $71,260

Top Paying Cities for EHS Specialists

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:

Lincoln: $80,556
Little Creek: $81,145
Magnolia: $81,029

Lincoln, DE $80,556 Little Creek, DE $81,145 Magnolia, DE $81,029 Milford, DE $80,760 Marydel, DE $80,893 Millsboro, DE $80,218 Millville, DE $80,342 Milton, DE $80,481

Nassau, DE $80,539 Ocean View, DE $80,328 Rehoboth Beach, DE $80,482 Seaford, DE $80,528 Selbyville, DE $80,195 Smyrna, DE $81,201 Viola, DE $80,827 Woodside, DE $81,045

Bear, DE $80,858 Newark, DE $80,827 Claymont, DE $80,993 Delaware City, DE $80,908 Hockessin, DE $80,820 Kirkwood, DE $80,893 Middletown, DE $80,924 Montchanin, DE $80,839

New Castle, DE $80,851 Odessa, DE $80,964 Port Penn, DE $81,018 Rockland, DE $80,847 Saint Georges, DE $80,899 Townsend, DE $81,023 Winterthur, DE $80,856 Lewes, DE $80,512

Wilmington, DE $80,824 Dover, DE $81,145 Dover Afb, DE $80,718 Bethany Beach, DE $80,243 Bethel, DE $80,326 Bridgeville, DE $80,516 Camden Wyoming, DE $80,917 Cheswold, DE $81,119

Clayton, DE $81,121 Dagsboro, DE $80,187 Delmar, DE $80,059 Ellendale, DE $80,302 Felton, DE $80,754 Fenwick Island, DE $80,205 Frankford, DE $80,065 Frederica, DE $80,834

Georgetown, DE $80,157 Greenwood, DE $80,529 Harbeson, DE $80,243 Harrington, DE $80,652 Hartly, DE $80,903 Houston, DE $80,537 Kenton, DE $81,125 Laurel, DE $80,109

Yorklyn, DE $80,844

EHS Specialist Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For EHS Specialist roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 20% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Energy & Utilities sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 10% above the average. In contrast, EHS Specialist positions in Retail & Wholesale or MFG Nondurable typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view EHS Specialist as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an EHS Specialist

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense	$89,012	$43.0	10%
Energy & Utilities	$89,012	$43.0	10%
Internet	$89,012	$43.0	10%
Pharmaceuticals	$89,012	$43.0	10%
Software & Networking	$89,012	$43.0	10%

EHS Specialist Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an EHS Specialist'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.

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$71,984

Average $80,920/year

$93,228

$5,999

Average $6,743/month

$7,769

$1,384

Average $1,556/week

$1,793

$35

Average $39/hour

$45

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$93,228	$7,769	$1,793	$45
Average	$80,920	$6,743	$1,556	$39
25th Percentile	$71,984	$5,999	$1,384	$35

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