Health Education Specialists Salary in Southern Indiana

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southern Indiana nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $52,160 -17.2% vs national
Median hourly $25.08
10th percentile $38,960
90th percentile $88,310
Employed locally 50
National median $63,000

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $38,960
    25th
    $44,080
    50th (median)
    $52,160
    75th
    $85,100
    90th
    $88,310

    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 Southern Indiana

    OccupationMedian salary
    Social and Human Service Assistants $37,350
    Child, Family, and School Social Workers $50,470
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors $51,070
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors $54,810
    Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers $45,790
    Healthcare Social Workers $61,470

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Health Education Specialists make per hour in Southern Indiana?

    The median hourly wage for Health Education Specialists in Southern Indiana is $25.08, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $42.91 or more per hour.

    Is Southern Indiana above or below average for Health Education Specialists salaries?

    The median Health Education Specialists salary in Southern Indiana is 17.2% 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 Southern Indiana?

    Entry-level Health Education Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $38,960 per year in Southern Indiana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $44,080.