Health Education Specialists Salary in Western North Carolina

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Western North Carolina nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $48,040 -23.7% vs national
Median hourly $23.10
10th percentile $35,760
90th percentile $85,840
Employed locally 60
National median $63,000

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $35,760
    25th
    $43,400
    50th (median)
    $48,040
    75th
    $54,020
    90th
    $85,840

    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 Western North Carolina

    OccupationMedian salary
    Child, Family, and School Social Workers $53,940
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors $52,220
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors $50,280
    Social and Human Service Assistants $43,510
    Rehabilitation Counselors $45,980
    Healthcare Social Workers $52,720

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Health Education Specialists make per hour in Western North Carolina?

    The median hourly wage for Health Education Specialists in Western North Carolina is $23.10, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $41.61 or more per hour.

    Is Western North Carolina above or below average for Health Education Specialists salaries?

    The median Health Education Specialists salary in Western North Carolina is 23.7% 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 Western North Carolina?

    Entry-level Health Education Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $35,760 per year in Western North Carolina. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $43,400.