Health Education Specialists Salary in South Central Kentucky

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • South Central Kentucky nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $70,850 +12.5% vs national
Median hourly $34.06
10th percentile $29,690
90th percentile $77,830
National median $63,000

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $29,690
    25th
    $51,260
    50th (median)
    $70,850
    75th
    $72,900
    90th
    $77,830

    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 South Central Kentucky

    OccupationMedian salary
    Child, Family, and School Social Workers$55,430
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors$46,260
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors$61,400
    Social and Human Service Assistants$34,920
    Healthcare Social Workers$57,860
    Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers$46,120

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Health Education Specialists make per hour in South Central Kentucky?

    The median hourly wage for Health Education Specialists in South Central Kentucky is $34.06, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $39.13 or more per hour.

    Is South Central Kentucky above or below average for Health Education Specialists salaries?

    The median Health Education Specialists salary in South Central Kentucky is 12.5% 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 South Central Kentucky?

    Entry-level Health Education Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $29,690 per year in South Central Kentucky. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $51,260.