Highest-paying science jobs for people in Houma

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#3. Occupational health and safety technicians

- Median annual wage: $52,000
- Median hourly wage: $25.00
- Total employment: 40 people (0.52 of every 1,000 jobs in the area)

#2. Environmental scientists and specialists, including health

- Median annual wage: $66,530
- Median hourly wage: $31.99
- Total employment: 30 people (0.41 of every 1,000 jobs in the area)

#1. Occupational health and safety specialists

- Median annual wage: $82,580
- Median hourly wage: $39.70
- Total employment: 120 people (1.46 of every 1,000 jobs in the area)

This story features data reporting by Wade Zhou, writing by Jill Jaracz, and is part of a series utilizing data automation across 291 metros.

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