Health Education Specialists Salary in Alaska

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Alaska nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $65,430 +3.9% vs national
Median hourly $31.46
10th percentile $45,780
90th percentile $85,990
Employed locally 90
National median $63,000

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $45,780
    25th
    $52,090
    50th (median)
    $65,430
    75th
    $79,170
    90th
    $85,990

    Top-paying metros for Health Education Specialists

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV $121,890
    District of Columbia $110,620
    Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA $109,260
    Maryland $101,090
    Georgia $97,010
    Trenton-Princeton, NJ $88,370

    Related occupations in Alaska

    OccupationMedian salary
    Child, Family, and School Social Workers$56,350
    Social and Human Service Assistants$46,940
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors$80,470
    Social Workers, All Other$60,880
    Community Health Workers$47,240
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors$73,340

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Health Education Specialists make per hour in Alaska?

    The median hourly wage for Health Education Specialists in Alaska is $31.46, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $45.05 or more per hour.

    Is Alaska above or below average for Health Education Specialists salaries?

    The median Health Education Specialists salary in Alaska is 3.9% above the national median of $63,000. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Health Education Specialists in Alaska?

    Entry-level Health Education Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $45,780 per year in Alaska. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $52,090.