Health Education Specialists Salary in Central Pennsylvania

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

Median annual salary $77,240 +22.6% vs national
Median hourly $37.14
10th percentile $40,190
90th percentile $104,220
Employed locally 50
National median $63,000

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $40,190
    25th
    $56,950
    50th (median)
    $77,240
    75th
    $93,890
    90th
    $104,220

    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 Pennsylvania

    OccupationMedian salary
    Social and Human Service Assistants $44,140
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors $50,080
    Child, Family, and School Social Workers $50,360
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors $61,770
    Healthcare Social Workers $60,240
    Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists $58,950

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Health Education Specialists in Central Pennsylvania is $37.14, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $55.18 or more per hour.

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

    The median Health Education Specialists salary in Central Pennsylvania is 22.6% 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 Pennsylvania?

    Entry-level Health Education Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $40,190 per year in Central Pennsylvania. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $56,950.