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Health and Safety Engineers salary in Buffalo, New York

Metro-level median, range, and employment from BLS Occupational Employment Statistics for the Buffalo metropolitan area. Skills and task data from O*NET. State and national figures shown for context.

Adrian Serafin, founder and editor of RateOrchardBy Adrian SerafinFounderUpdated April 30, 2026
Median annual$116,120
Mean annual$114,390
Range (10th to 90th)$78,700 to $156,850
Buffalo, New York employment80
State vs national+5.4% vs national

Salary distribution

Where Buffalo health and safety engineers fall on the wage curve.

Annual wage distribution

Shaded band = interquartile range (where most full-time workers fall)

10TH$78,70025TH$87,320MEDIAN$116,12075TH$140,39090TH$156,850

The middle 50% of workers earn between $87,320 and $140,390, with a median of $116,120.

Typical entry

  • Education

    Bachelor's degree

  • Experience

    None

  • On-the-job training

    None

Top skills (O*NET)

  • Problem Sensitivity

    Ability

    4.1 / 5

  • Written Comprehension

    Ability

    4.1 / 5

  • Oral Expression

    Ability

    4.0 / 5

  • Oral Comprehension

    Ability

    4.0 / 5

  • Written Expression

    Ability

    4.0 / 5

  • Critical Thinking

    Cross-functional

    4.0 / 5

  • Reading Comprehension

    Basic skill

    4.0 / 5

  • Deductive Reasoning

    Ability

    4.0 / 5

Common tasks (O*NET)

  1. 01

    Investigate industrial accidents, injuries, or occupational diseases to determine causes and preventive measures.

  2. 02

    Conduct research to evaluate safety levels for products.

  3. 03

    Evaluate product designs for safety.

  4. 04

    Conduct or coordinate worker training in areas such as safety laws and regulations, hazardous condition monitoring, and use of safety equipment.

  5. 05

    Maintain and apply knowledge of current policies, regulations, and industrial processes.

  6. 06

    Recommend procedures for detection, prevention, and elimination of physical, chemical, or other product hazards.

  7. 07

    Report or review findings from accident investigations, facilities inspections, or environmental testing.

  8. 08

    Evaluate potential health hazards or damage that could occur from product misuse.

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Other metros in New York

How the Buffalo metro compares to other major New York metro areas for health and safety engineers.

Frequently asked questions

What is the median salary for Health and Safety Engineers in Buffalo, New York?
According to BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, the median annual wage for Health and Safety Engineers in the Buffalo metropolitan area is $116,120.
Does Buffalo pay more than the New York state average for Health and Safety Engineers?
The Buffalo metro median is -2.4% versus the New York state median of $119,030.
How does Buffalo compare to the national median for Health and Safety Engineers?
The Buffalo metro median is +5.4% versus the BLS national figure of $110,186.
What is the salary range for Health and Safety Engineers in Buffalo?
BLS reports the 10th-percentile annual wage at $78,700 and the 90th-percentile at $156,850 for the Buffalo metro area.
What education is required for Health and Safety Engineers?
BLS lists the typical entry-level education as Bachelor's degree. Many employers also weigh prior experience and credentials.
Disclaimer

Information on this page is for general educational purposes only. It is not career, financial, or tax advice. BLS metro estimates reflect the Buffalo CBSA boundary for the reference year shown and may not match individual offers, employer-specific ranges, or current market conditions. Confirm with a licensed professional before making career or compensation decisions.