Health Education Specialists Salary in South Georgia

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

Median annual salary $77,880 +23.6% vs national
Median hourly $37.44
10th percentile $52,330
90th percentile $94,290
Employed locally 50
National median $63,000

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $52,330
    25th
    $53,270
    50th (median)
    $77,880
    75th
    $79,560
    90th
    $94,290

    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 Georgia

    OccupationMedian salary
    Social and Human Service Assistants$34,090
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors$64,310
    Child, Family, and School Social Workers$46,630
    Healthcare Social Workers$55,970
    Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists$51,250
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors$49,670

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Health Education Specialists in South Georgia is $37.44, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $40.00 or more per hour.

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

    The median Health Education Specialists salary in South Georgia is 23.6% 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 Georgia?

    Entry-level Health Education Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $52,330 per year in South Georgia. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $53,270.