How much does a health education specialist make in Georgia?
$99,400a year
Median yearly pay for health education specialists in Georgia. That is $47.79 an hour or $8,283 a month.
- Hourly
- $47.79
- Vs. national median
- +55%
- Rank among states
- 3 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 3,210
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $51,800Median: $99,400Highest 10%: $153,600
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $51,800 | $24.90 | |
| 25th | $66,770 | $32.10 | |
| Median | $99,400 | $47.79 | |
| 75th | $133,700 | $64.29 | |
| 90th | $153,600 | $73.86 |
Cities in Georgia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Atlanta, GA | $112,500 |
| Augusta, GA | $76,400 |
| Macon, GA | $72,070 |
| Gainesville, GA | $65,100 |
| Warner Robins, GA | $63,690 |
| Savannah, GA | $62,950 |
| Columbus, GA | $56,070 |
| Athens, GA | $49,990 |
| Chattanooga, TN | $47,420 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for health education specialists.
| 1. Maryland | $104,500 |
| 2. District of Columbia | $103,300 |
| 3. Georgia | $99,400 |
| 4. Pennsylvania | $80,670 |
| 5. Minnesota | $78,400 |
| 6. Washington | $77,420 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a health education specialist make an hour in Georgia?
The median hourly pay in Georgia is $47.79 ($99,400 a year).
Do health education specialists make more in Georgia than the national average?
Yes: $99,400 against $64,070 nationally, 55% more.
Where does Georgia rank for health education specialist pay?
Georgia ranks 3 of 51 states.
Which city in Georgia pays health education specialists the most?
Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA, with a median of $112,500 a year.
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.