Health Education Specialists Salary in Western Washington

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

Median annual salary $67,680 +7.4% vs national
Median hourly $32.54
10th percentile $49,920
90th percentile $87,340
Employed locally 70
National median $63,000

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $49,920
    25th
    $57,300
    50th (median)
    $67,680
    75th
    $80,500
    90th
    $87,340

    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 Washington

    OccupationMedian salary
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors $61,030
    Child, Family, and School Social Workers $70,050
    Social and Human Service Assistants $46,730
    Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists $80,280
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors $86,670
    Healthcare Social Workers $70,960

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Health Education Specialists in Western Washington is $32.54, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $42.55 or more per hour.

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

    The median Health Education Specialists salary in Western Washington is 7.4% 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 Western Washington?

    Entry-level Health Education Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $49,920 per year in Western Washington. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $57,300.