Health Education Specialists Salary in Maryland

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Maryland nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $68,740 +9.1% vs national
Median hourly $33.05
10th percentile $49,190
90th percentile $101,090
Employed locally 30
National median $63,000

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $49,190
    25th
    $57,200
    50th (median)
    $68,740
    75th
    $91,860
    90th
    $101,090

    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

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    OccupationMedian salary
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors $62,050
    Child, Family, and School Social Workers $63,940
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors $63,690
    Rehabilitation Counselors $37,120
    Healthcare Social Workers $65,480
    Social and Human Service Assistants $43,120

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Health Education Specialists make per hour in Maryland?

    The median hourly wage for Health Education Specialists in Maryland is $33.05, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $55.67 or more per hour.

    Is Maryland above or below average for Health Education Specialists salaries?

    The median Health Education Specialists salary in Maryland is 9.1% 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 Maryland?

    Entry-level Health Education Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $49,190 per year in Maryland. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $57,200.