Health Education Specialists Salary in Northern Michigan

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northern Michigan nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $56,040 -11% vs national
Median hourly $26.94
10th percentile $39,290
90th percentile $83,620
Employed locally 50
National median $63,000

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $39,290
    25th
    $47,600
    50th (median)
    $56,040
    75th
    $57,350
    90th
    $83,620

    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 Northern Michigan

    OccupationMedian salary
    Child, Family, and School Social Workers$58,050
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors$63,100
    Social and Human Service Assistants$38,730
    Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers$59,430
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors$59,970
    Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists$61,910

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Health Education Specialists make per hour in Northern Michigan?

    The median hourly wage for Health Education Specialists in Northern Michigan is $26.94, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $44.71 or more per hour.

    Is Northern Michigan above or below average for Health Education Specialists salaries?

    The median Health Education Specialists salary in Northern Michigan is 11% 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 Northern Michigan?

    Entry-level Health Education Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $39,290 per year in Northern Michigan. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $47,600.