Health Education Specialists Salary in Northeastern Pennsylvania

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

Median annual salary $61,100 -3% vs national
Median hourly $29.38
10th percentile $40,700
90th percentile $117,700
Employed locally 40
National median $63,000

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $40,700
    25th
    $44,480
    50th (median)
    $61,100
    75th
    $97,540
    90th
    $117,700

    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 Northeastern Pennsylvania

    OccupationMedian salary
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors$49,990
    Social and Human Service Assistants$42,600
    Child, Family, and School Social Workers$52,340
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors$63,270
    Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists$69,680
    Healthcare Social Workers$63,330

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Health Education Specialists in Northeastern Pennsylvania is $29.38, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $56.59 or more per hour.

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

    The median Health Education Specialists salary in Northeastern Pennsylvania is 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 Northeastern Pennsylvania?

    Entry-level Health Education Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $40,700 per year in Northeastern Pennsylvania. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $44,480.