How much does a health education specialist make in Atlanta?
$112,500a year
Median yearly pay for health education specialists in the Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA metro area. That is $54.06 an hour or $9,371 a month.
- Hourly
- $54.06
- Vs. national median
- +76%
- Rank among cities
- 2 of 218
- Jobs in the area
- 2,580
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $58,420Median: $112,500Highest 10%: $158,000
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $58,420 | $28.09 | |
| 25th | $78,190 | $37.59 | |
| Median | $112,500 | $54.06 | |
| 75th | $141,200 | $67.86 | |
| 90th | $158,000 | $75.97 |
Other cities in Georgia
Median yearly pay for health education specialists.
| Augusta, GA | $76,400 |
| Macon, GA | $72,070 |
| Savannah, GA | $62,950 |
| Chattanooga, TN | $47,420 |
Related jobs in Atlanta
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Marriage and Family Therapist | $101,500 |
| Director | $93,120 |
| Counselor | $79,490 |
| Educational | $67,730 |
| Social Worker | $67,260 |
| Healthcare Social Worker | $65,280 |
| Clergy | $65,150 |
| Probation Officer and Correctional Treatment Specialist | $61,270 |
| Substance Abuse | $60,880 |
| Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Worker | $58,500 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a health education specialist make an hour in Atlanta?
The median hourly pay in the Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA metro area is $54.06 ($112,500 a year).
Do health education specialists make more in Atlanta than the national average?
Yes: $112,500 against $64,070 nationally, 76% more.
How does Atlanta compare with the rest of Georgia?
The median in Georgia is $99,400, so Atlanta pays 13% more.
Where does Atlanta rank for health education specialist pay?
2 of 218 metro areas with data.
How much does a health education specialist make starting out in Atlanta?
The lowest-paid 10% make $58,420 or less a year; the top 10% make $158,000 or more.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.