Health Education Specialists Salary in Central Kentucky

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Central Kentucky nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $60,720 -3.6% vs national
Median hourly $29.19
10th percentile $37,130
90th percentile $77,810
Employed locally 60
National median $63,000

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $37,130
    25th
    $46,370
    50th (median)
    $60,720
    75th
    $63,370
    90th
    $77,810

    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 Central Kentucky

    OccupationMedian salary
    Child, Family, and School Social Workers $57,390
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors $49,100
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors $59,230
    Social and Human Service Assistants $36,700
    Healthcare Social Workers $58,670
    Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists $57,870

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Health Education Specialists make per hour in Central Kentucky?

    The median hourly wage for Health Education Specialists in Central Kentucky is $29.19, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $39.45 or more per hour.

    Is Central Kentucky above or below average for Health Education Specialists salaries?

    The median Health Education Specialists salary in Central Kentucky is 3.6% below 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 Central Kentucky?

    Entry-level Health Education Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $37,130 per year in Central Kentucky. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $46,370.