Health Education Specialists Salary in Southwest Colorado

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

Median annual salary $57,610 -8.6% vs national
Median hourly $27.70
10th percentile $41,710
90th percentile $81,820
Employed locally 30
National median $63,000

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $41,710
    25th
    $45,870
    50th (median)
    $57,610
    75th
    $71,170
    90th
    $81,820

    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 Southwest Colorado

    OccupationMedian salary
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors $62,770
    Child, Family, and School Social Workers $59,930
    Community and Social Service Specialists, All Other $50,160
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors $60,670
    Social and Human Service Assistants $46,810
    Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists $69,270

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Health Education Specialists in Southwest Colorado is $27.70, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $39.34 or more per hour.

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

    The median Health Education Specialists salary in Southwest Colorado is 8.6% 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 Southwest Colorado?

    Entry-level Health Education Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $41,710 per year in Southwest Colorado. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $45,870.