Health Education Specialists Salary in South Central Wisconsin

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

Median annual salary $64,160 +1.8% vs national
Median hourly $30.85
10th percentile $50,260
90th percentile $95,100
Employed locally 60
National median $63,000

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $50,260
    25th
    $60,320
    50th (median)
    $64,160
    75th
    $83,970
    90th
    $95,100

    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 Wisconsin

    OccupationMedian salary
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors$63,810
    Child, Family, and School Social Workers$62,070
    Social and Human Service Assistants$53,370
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors$60,610
    Healthcare Social Workers$60,680
    Rehabilitation Counselors$36,830

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Health Education Specialists in South Central Wisconsin is $30.85, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $47.31 or more per hour.

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

    The median Health Education Specialists salary in South Central Wisconsin is 1.8% 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 Wisconsin?

    Entry-level Health Education Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $50,260 per year in South Central Wisconsin. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $60,320.