Health Education Specialists Salary (2025)
Based on 65,690 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $42,990 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $50,620 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $64,070 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $87,130 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $118,200 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$43K
25th
$51K
Median
$64K
75th
$87K
90th
$118K
Highest Paying States for Health Education Specialists
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| District of Columbia | $109,310 |
| Maryland | $106,630 |
| Georgia | $102,140 |
| New Jersey | $84,800 |
| Oregon | $81,440 |
| Pennsylvania | $81,320 |
| Minnesota | $78,300 |
| Connecticut | $78,200 |
| Colorado | $77,470 |
| Washington | $77,130 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Health Education Specialists salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is District of Columbia at an average of $109,310 per year, while Washington has an average of $77,130 — a difference of $32,180. These geographic differences reflect variations in cost of living, demand, and local labor market conditions.
Highest Paying Metro Areas
Top cities by average annual wage
About Health Education Specialists
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 65,690 workers were employed as Health Education Specialistss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Community and Social Service Occupations. The annual mean wage of $73,280 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 21-1091