Health Education Specialists Salary in East Kentucky

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

Median annual salary $56,530 -10.3% vs national
Median hourly $27.18
10th percentile $34,650
90th percentile $79,580
Employed locally 30
National median $63,000

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $34,650
    25th
    $44,030
    50th (median)
    $56,530
    75th
    $60,470
    90th
    $79,580

    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 East Kentucky

    OccupationMedian salary
    Child, Family, and School Social Workers$53,470
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors$46,100
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors$60,320
    Social and Human Service Assistants$34,960
    Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers$37,500
    Healthcare Social Workers$49,980

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Health Education Specialists in East Kentucky is $27.18, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $38.26 or more per hour.

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

    The median Health Education Specialists salary in East Kentucky is 10.3% 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 East Kentucky?

    Entry-level Health Education Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $34,650 per year in East Kentucky. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $44,030.