Health Education Specialists pay in Colorado
In Colorado, the median pay for health education specialists is $35.65 an hour ($74,150 a year). About 750 people work in this job there.
That is 16% higher than the U.S. median ($64,070). Colorado ranks 10th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for health education specialists in Colorado
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $20.05 | $41,710 |
| 25% of workers | $27.64 | $57,490 |
| Half of workers (median) | $35.65 | $74,150 |
| 75% of workers | $47.47 | $98,740 |
| 90% of workers | $56.33 | $117,170 |
Health Education Specialists pay in Colorado metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Denver-Aurora-Centennial | $80,060 | 450 |
| Colorado Springs | $73,990 | 80 |
| Greeley | $73,840 | 40 |
| Boulder | $60,070 | 40 |
Colorado unemployment rate: 4% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for health education specialists
- Typical education to start: Bachelor's degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 1 to 2 years (O*NET)
- Job outlook: +5.6% over ten years, faster than average · about 6,900 openings a year (BLS)
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|---|---|
| Child, Family, and School Social Workers | $63,720 |
| Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary | $136,930 |
| Computer Systems Analysts | $127,750 |
| Social and Human Service Assistants | $47,690 |
| Healthcare Social Workers | $63,480 |
| Social and Community Service Managers | $97,440 |
| Dietitians and Nutritionists | $75,510 |
| Nursing Instructors and Teachers, Postsecondary | $82,530 |
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