Construction Safety Specialist Salary in the United States

How much does a Construction Safety Specialist make in the United States?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Construction Safety Specialist in the United States is $85,445 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $41.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $99,117
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $78,682 to $92,602
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $72,525
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Construction Safety Specialist Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $92,602 $7,717 $1,781 $45
Average $85,445 $7,120 $1,643 $41
25th Percentile $78,682 $6,557 $1,513 $38
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Key Factors That Influence Construction Safety Specialist Salaries

A Construction Safety 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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

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

  • District of Columbia: $94,605.
  • California: $94,246.
  • Massachusetts: $92,990.

Top Paying Cities for Construction Safety 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:

  • San Jose: $107,772
  • San Francisco: $106,592
  • Oakland: $104,346

What Skills Can Increase a Construction Safety Specialist's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Leadership (Mentioned in 7.15% Job Postings): Knowledge of and ability to employ effective strategies that motivate and guide other members within our business to achieve optimum results.
  • Construction Management (Mentioned in 3.36% Job Postings): Construction management (CM) is a professional service that uses specialized, project management techniques to oversee the planning, design, and construction of a project, from its beginning to its end. The purpose of CM is to control a project's time / delivery, cost and quality—sometimes referred to as a project management triangle or "triple constraints." CM is compatible with all project delivery systems, including design-bid-build, design-build, CM At-Risk and Public Private Partnerships. Professional construction managers may be reserved for lengthy, large-scale, high budget undertakings (commercial real estate, transportation infrastructure, industrial facilities, and military infrastructure), called capital projects.
  • Safety Standards (Mentioned in 2.36% Job Postings): Safety standards are designed to ensure the safety of products, activities and processes, etc. They may be advisory or compulsory and are normally laid down by an advisory or regulatory body that may be either voluntary or statutory.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Leadership 7.15%
Construction Management 3.36%
Safety Standards 2.36%
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 Construction Safety Specialist's salary.
  • Building Codes: Can increase your salary by up to 21%.
  • Presentation: Can increase your salary by up to 16%.
  • Project Management: Can increase your salary by up to 13%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Building Codes
$103,389
21%
Presentation
$99,116
16%
Project Management
$96,553
13%
Effective Communication
$93,135
9%
Fire Protection
$91,426
7%
Quality Control
$90,572
6%
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Construction Safety Specialist Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Construction Safety Specialist roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 90% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Energy & Utilities and Construction sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 40% above the average. In contrast, Construction Safety Specialist positions in MFG Durable or Business Services typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Construction Safety Specialist as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Construction Safety Specialist

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Energy & Utilities$119,623$58.040%
Construction$111,079$53.030%

How Education impacts a Construction Safety Specialist's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Construction Safety Specialists enter the field with a Bachelor's Degree degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Construction Safety Specialist with a Bachelor's Degree is between $79,749 and $86,024).

Construction Safety Specialist Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Construction Safety Specialist
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 45.5%
High School 45.5%
Associates 4.5%
Bachelors 31.8%
Masters 18.2%
Doctorate 0.0%
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Construction Safety Specialist Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Construction Safety 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.

Last Updated on July 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Construction Safety Specialist

Salaries for a Construction Safety Specialist can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $94,186 in 2023 to around $91,313 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Construction Safety Specialist salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Construction Safety Specialist Over Time

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