Health Education Specialists Salary in Southwestern Pennsylvania

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southwestern Pennsylvania nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $64,500 +2.4% vs national
Median hourly $31.01
10th percentile $40,520
90th percentile $91,460
Employed locally 40
National median $63,000

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $40,520
    25th
    $42,690
    50th (median)
    $64,500
    75th
    $84,900
    90th
    $91,460

    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 Southwestern Pennsylvania

    OccupationMedian salary
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors$52,430
    Child, Family, and School Social Workers$44,610
    Social and Human Service Assistants$39,050
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors$61,460
    Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists$62,440
    Community and Social Service Specialists, All Other$48,120

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Health Education Specialists make per hour in Southwestern Pennsylvania?

    The median hourly wage for Health Education Specialists in Southwestern Pennsylvania is $31.01, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $43.97 or more per hour.

    Is Southwestern Pennsylvania above or below average for Health Education Specialists salaries?

    The median Health Education Specialists salary in Southwestern Pennsylvania is 2.4% 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 Southwestern Pennsylvania?

    Entry-level Health Education Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $40,520 per year in Southwestern Pennsylvania. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $42,690.