How much does a health education specialist make in Washington?
$77,420a year
Median yearly pay for health education specialists in Washington. That is $37.22 an hour or $6,452 a month.
- Hourly
- $37.22
- Vs. national median
- +21%
- Rank among states
- 6 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 1,750
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $52,910Median: $77,420Highest 10%: $95,680
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $52,910 | $25.44 | |
| 25th | $64,040 | $30.79 | |
| Median | $77,420 | $37.22 | |
| 75th | $84,600 | $40.67 | |
| 90th | $95,680 | $46.00 |
Cities in Washington
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Seattle, WA | $78,670 |
| Olympia, WA | $78,460 |
| Spokane, WA | $76,920 |
| Portland, OR | $75,500 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for health education specialists.
| 3. Georgia | $99,400 |
| 4. Pennsylvania | $80,670 |
| 5. Minnesota | $78,400 |
| 6. Washington | $77,420 |
| 7. Iowa | $75,750 |
| 8. Oregon | $75,500 |
| 9. Rhode Island | $75,360 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a health education specialist make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in Washington is $37.22 ($77,420 a year).
Do health education specialists make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $77,420 against $64,070 nationally, 21% more.
Where does Washington rank for health education specialist pay?
Washington ranks 6 of 51 states.
Which city in Washington pays health education specialists the most?
Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA, with a median of $78,670 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.