Health Education Assistant Salary in the United States

How much does a Health Education Assistant make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Health Education Assistant in the United States is $44,986 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $22.

However, a Health Education Assistant's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $52,579
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $40,071 to $48,960
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $35,596
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Health Education Assistant Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $48,960 $4,080 $942 $24
Average $44,986 $3,749 $865 $22
25th Percentile $40,071 $3,339 $771 $19
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Key Factors That Influence Health Education Assistant Salaries

A Health Education Assistant's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Health Education Assistant Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Health Education Assistant's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here’s how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $44,986
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $45,452
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $46,392
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $46,580
  • Expert (over 8 years): $46,705
Levels Salary
Entry Level Health Education Assistant$44,986
Intermediate Level Health Education Assistant$45,452
Senior Level Health Education Assistant$46,392
Specialist Level Health Education Assistant$46,580
Expert Level Health Education Assistant$46,705
$44,986 0 yr
$45,452 < 2 yrs
$46,392 2-4 yrs
$46,580 5-8 yrs
$46,705 > 8 yrs
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What Am I Worth?

How Do Health Education Assistant Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Health Education Assistants. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $49,808.
  • California: $49,619.
  • Massachusetts: $48,958.

Top Paying Cities for Health Education Assistants

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • San Jose: $56,740
  • San Francisco: $56,119
  • Oakland: $54,936

What Skills Can Increase a Health Education Assistant's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 7.6% Job Postings): Customer service is the provision of service to customers before, during and after a purchase. The perception of success of such interactions is dependent on employees "who can adjust themselves to the personality of the guest". Customer service concerns the priority an organization assigns to customer service relative to components such as product innovation and pricing. In this sense, an organization that values good customer service may spend more money in training employees than the average organization or may proactively interview customers for feedback. From the point of view of an overall sales process engineering effort, customer service plays an important role in an organization's ability to generate income and revenue. From that perspective, customer service should be included as part of an overall approach to systematic improvement. One good customer service experience can change the entire perception a customer holds towards the organization.
  • Patient Flow (Mentioned in 2.7% Job Postings): Patient flow is defined as the movement of patients, information or equipment between departments, staff groups or organisations as part of a patients care pathway.
  • Basic Life Support (Mentioned in 2.51% Job Postings): BLS is a level of medical care which is used for patients with life-threatening illnesses or injuries until they can be given full medical care by advanced life support providers. It can be provided by trained medical personnel.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Customer Service 7.6%
Patient Flow 2.7%
Basic Life Support 2.51%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Health Education Assistant's salary.
  • Listening: Can increase your salary by up to 5%.
  • Organizational Skills: Can increase your salary by up to 4%.
  • Commitment: Can increase your salary by up to 3%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Listening
$47,235
5%
Organizational Skills
$46,785
4%
Commitment
$46,335
3%
Data Entry
$45,885
2%
Time Management
$45,885
2%
Accountability
$45,885
2%
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Health Education Assistant Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Health Education Assistant roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Healthcare, offers compensation 20% above the average. Conversely, Health Education Assistant positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Health Education Assistant as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Health Education Assistant

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare$53,983$26.020%

How Education impacts a Health Education Assistant's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Health Education Assistants enter the field with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Health Education Assistant with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate is between $40,023 and $42,298).

Health Education Assistant Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Health Education Assistant
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 0.6%
High School 62.3%
Associates 31.4%
Bachelors 5.0%
Masters 0.4%
Doctorate 0.3%
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Health Education Assistant Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Health Education Assistant's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on August 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Health Education Assistant

Salaries for a Health Education Assistant can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $63,317 in 2023 to around $62,859 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Health Education Assistant salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Health Education Assistant Over Time

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2023
$63,317
2024
$63,721
2025
$62,859
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2023 $63,317
2024 $63,721
2025 $62,859
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    Columbus, OH

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    Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant. At Elara Caring, we have a unique opportunity to play a huge role in the growth of an entire home care industry... more

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    Columbus, OH

    Psychosocial Therapies | Columbus, OH

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    6 Days Ago

  • Capital University

    Columbus, OH

    Capital University | Columbus, OH

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    Columbus, OH

    Performance Academies | Columbus, OH

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    Columbus, OH

    Voya Financial | Columbus, OH

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    Columbus, OH

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FAQ about Health Education Assistant

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Health Education Assistant?

The Healthcare industry offers the highest average compensation for Health Education Assistant roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

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