Health Education Specialists Salary in Eastern Ohio

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Eastern Ohio nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $48,230 -23.4% vs national
Median hourly $23.19
10th percentile $29,760
90th percentile $78,800
Employed locally 30
National median $63,000

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $29,760
    25th
    $34,600
    50th (median)
    $48,230
    75th
    $59,140
    90th
    $78,800

    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 Eastern Ohio

    OccupationMedian salary
    Child, Family, and School Social Workers$46,330
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors$52,770
    Social and Human Service Assistants$38,020
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors$65,230
    Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers$43,770
    Healthcare Social Workers$59,790

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Health Education Specialists make per hour in Eastern Ohio?

    The median hourly wage for Health Education Specialists in Eastern Ohio is $23.19, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $44.25 or more per hour.

    Is Eastern Ohio above or below average for Health Education Specialists salaries?

    The median Health Education Specialists salary in Eastern Ohio is 23.4% 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 Eastern Ohio?

    Entry-level Health Education Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $29,760 per year in Eastern Ohio. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $34,600.