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METRO DATA PROFILE · 2024

Health and Safety Engineers salary in Raleigh, North Carolina

Metro-level median, range, and employment from BLS Occupational Employment Statistics for the Raleigh 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$95,670
Mean annual$111,570
Range (10th to 90th)$51,130 to $158,540
Raleigh, North Carolina employment130
State vs national-13.2% vs national

Salary distribution

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

Annual wage distribution

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

10TH$51,13025TH$94,070MEDIAN$95,67075TH$121,49090TH$158,540

The middle 50% of workers earn between $94,070 and $121,490, with a median of $95,670.

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 North Carolina

How the Raleigh metro compares to other major North Carolina metro areas for health and safety engineers.

Frequently asked questions

What is the median salary for Health and Safety Engineers in Raleigh, North Carolina?
According to BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, the median annual wage for Health and Safety Engineers in the Raleigh metropolitan area is $95,670.
Does Raleigh pay more than the North Carolina state average for Health and Safety Engineers?
The Raleigh metro median is +1.7% versus the North Carolina state median of $94,070.
How does Raleigh compare to the national median for Health and Safety Engineers?
The Raleigh metro median is -13.2% versus the BLS national figure of $110,186.
What is the salary range for Health and Safety Engineers in Raleigh?
BLS reports the 10th-percentile annual wage at $51,130 and the 90th-percentile at $158,540 for the Raleigh 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 Raleigh 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.