Safety Compliance Officer Salary in the United States

How much does a Safety Compliance Officer make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Safety Compliance Officer in the United States is $75,908 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $36.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $87,438
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $67,192 to $81,943
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $59,257
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View as table View as graph 25% $67,192 10% $59,257 90% $87,438 75% $81,943 $75,908 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click

Safety Compliance Officer Salaries by Percentile

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Monthly
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Weekly
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Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $81,943 $6,829 $1,576 $39
Average $75,908 $6,326 $1,460 $36
25th Percentile $67,192 $5,599 $1,292 $32
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Key Factors That Influence Safety Compliance Officer Salaries

A Safety Compliance Officer'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 Experience Level Affects Safety Compliance Officer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Safety Compliance Officer'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): $64,032
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $76,514
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $95,009
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $118,143
  • Expert (over 8 years): $159,924
Levels Salary
Complianc... Level Safety Compliance Officer$64,032
Safety Co... Level Safety Compliance Officer$76,514
Complianc... Level Safety Compliance Officer$95,009
Complianc... Level Safety Compliance Officer$118,143
Complianc... Level Safety Compliance Officer$159,924
$64,032 0 yr
$76,514 < 2 yrs
$95,009 2-4 yrs
$118,143 5-8 yrs
$159,924 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Safety Compliance Officers

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: $95,743
  • San Francisco: $94,695
  • Oakland: $92,699

What Skills Can Increase a Safety Compliance Officer's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 5.07% Job Postings): Customer service is the provision of service to customers before, during and after a purchase. The perception of success of such interactions is dependent on employees "who can adjust themselves to the personality of the guest". Customer service concerns the priority an organization assigns to customer service relative to components such as product innovation and pricing. In this sense, an organization that values good customer service may spend more money in training employees than the average organization or may proactively interview customers for feedback. From the point of view of an overall sales process engineering effort, customer service plays an important role in an organization's ability to generate income and revenue. From that perspective, customer service should be included as part of an overall approach to systematic improvement. One good customer service experience can change the entire perception a customer holds towards the organization.
  • Financial Services (Mentioned in 1.82% Job Postings): A services provided by the finance industry, which encompasses a broad range of businesses that manage money. These services involve banking, brokerage, mortgages, credit cards, payment services, real estate, investment funds, taxes and accounting.
  • Compliance Monitoring (Mentioned in 1.48% Job Postings): Ensuring that the staff is following all policies and procedures in our business.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Customer Service 5.07%
Financial Services 1.82%
Compliance Monitoring 1.48%
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 Safety Compliance Officer's salary.
  • Trading: Can increase your salary by up to 14%.
  • Financial Services: Can increase your salary by up to 7%.
  • Due Diligence: Can increase your salary by up to 6%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Trading
$86,535
14%
Financial Services
$81,222
7%
Due Diligence
$80,463
6%
Risk Assessment
$79,704
5%
Internal Control
$78,945
4%
Consulting
$78,945
4%
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Safety Compliance Officer Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Safety Compliance Officer roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 45% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Biotechnology and Healthcare sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 25% above the average. In contrast, Safety Compliance Officer positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Safety Compliance Officer as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Safety Compliance Officer

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology$94,885$46.025%
Healthcare$91,090$44.020%
Energy & Utilities$87,294$42.015%
Software & Networking$87,294$42.015%
Aerospace & Defense$83,499$40.010%

How Education impacts a Safety Compliance Officer's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Safety Compliance Officers 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 Safety Compliance Officer with a Bachelor's Degree is between $76,165 and $81,133).

Safety Compliance Officer Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Safety Compliance Officer
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 0.6%
High School 13.7%
Associates 7.7%
Bachelors 50.1%
Masters 14.6%
Doctorate 13.3%
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Safety Compliance Officer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Safety Compliance Officer'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 August 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Safety Compliance Officer

Salaries for a Safety Compliance Officer can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $76,311 in 2023 to around $75,934 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Safety Compliance Officer salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Safety Compliance Officer Over Time

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2023
$76,311
2024
$76,290
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$75,934
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2023 $76,311
2024 $76,290
2025 $75,934
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  • EASTON.

    Columbus, OH

    EASTON. | Columbus, OH

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  • The Ohio State University

    Columbus, OH

    The Ohio State University | Columbus, OH

    Screen reader users may encounter difficulty with this site. For assistance with applying, please contact hr-accessibleapplication@osu.edu. If you have que... more

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    Columbus, OH

    Ohiohealth | Columbus, OH

    We are more than a health system.We are a belief system.We believe wellness and sickness are both part of a lifelong partnership, and that everyone could u... more

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  • Confidential

    Columbus, OH

    Confidential | Columbus, OH

    Chief Information Security Officer (CISO), Information Security & Compliance. About the Company. Innovative artificial intelligence (AI) & marketing analyt... more

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  • IAP DESIGN-BUILD LLC

    Columbus, OH

    IAP DESIGN-BUILD LLC | Columbus, OH

    Job Description. Job Description. Position Description: IAP Government Services Group is a National Construction Management firm with an immediate opening ... more

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  • Confidential

    Columbus, OH

    Confidential | Columbus, OH

    Chief Information Security Officer (CISO), Information Security & Compliance. About the Company. Innovative artificial intelligence (AI) & marketing analyt... more

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FAQ about Safety Compliance Officer

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Safety Compliance Officer?

The Biotechnology industry offers the highest average compensation for Safety Compliance Officer roles, with salaries approximately 25% above the market median.

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