Health Education Specialists Salary in Central Oregon

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

Median annual salary $70,210 +11.4% vs national
Median hourly $33.76
10th percentile $44,790
90th percentile $98,690
Employed locally 30
National median $63,000

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $44,790
    25th
    $58,770
    50th (median)
    $70,210
    75th
    $86,250
    90th
    $98,690

    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 Oregon

    OccupationMedian salary
    Social and Human Service Assistants $47,460
    Child, Family, and School Social Workers $58,860
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors $64,680
    Clergy $59,400
    Social Workers, All Other $60,930
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors $76,010

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Health Education Specialists in Central Oregon is $33.76, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $50.00 or more per hour.

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

    The median Health Education Specialists salary in Central Oregon is 11.4% 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 Central Oregon?

    Entry-level Health Education Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $44,790 per year in Central Oregon. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $58,770.