As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Hospital Safety Officer in the US is $62,309, equivalent to $30 per hour, $1,198 weekly, or $5,192 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Hospital Safety Officer in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Hospital Safety Officer in the US vary widely, spanning from $47,891 to $82,903. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($54,762) and 75th percentile ($73,088), while top earners (90th percentile) make $82,903 per year. This $18,326 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Planning or Event Management, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, District of Columbia Hospital Safety Officer often earn 10.7% above national averages due to demand from Fortune 67 companies and industry startups. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Hospital Safety Officer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Hospital Safety Officer Salary $47,891 US January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Hospital Safety Officer Salary $54,762 US January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Hospital Safety Officer Salary $62,309 US January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Hospital Safety Officer Salary $73,088 US January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Hospital Safety Officer Salary $82,903 US January 01, 2026
25% $54,762 10% $47,891 90% $82,903 75% $73,088 $62,309 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Hospital Safety Officer

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    Safety Representative II

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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