Health Education Specialists Salary in Northwest Colorado

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northwest Colorado nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $48,940 -22.3% vs national
Median hourly $23.53
10th percentile $41,710
90th percentile $99,200
Employed locally 30
National median $63,000

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $41,710
    25th
    $44,150
    50th (median)
    $48,940
    75th
    $67,990
    90th
    $99,200

    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 Northwest Colorado

    OccupationMedian salary
    Child, Family, and School Social Workers$62,010
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors$71,700
    Community and Social Service Specialists, All Other$58,400
    Social and Human Service Assistants$46,620
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors$69,950
    Healthcare Social Workers$57,840

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Health Education Specialists make per hour in Northwest Colorado?

    The median hourly wage for Health Education Specialists in Northwest Colorado is $23.53, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $47.69 or more per hour.

    Is Northwest Colorado above or below average for Health Education Specialists salaries?

    The median Health Education Specialists salary in Northwest Colorado is 22.3% 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 Northwest Colorado?

    Entry-level Health Education Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $41,710 per year in Northwest Colorado. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $44,150.