As of October 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Community Health Specialist in the US is $56,272, equivalent to $27 per hour, $1,082 weekly, or $4,689 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Community Health Specialist in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Community Health Specialist in the US vary widely, spanning from $47,878 to $68,883. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($51,878) and 75th percentile ($62,873), while top earners (90th percentile) make $68,883 per year. This $10,995 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like or , or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, District of Columbia Community Health Specialist often earn 10.7% above national averages due to demand from Fortune 57 companies and industry startups. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Community Health Specialist Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Community Health Specialist Salary $47,878 US October 01, 2026
25th Percentile Community Health Specialist Salary $51,878 US October 01, 2026
50th Percentile Community Health Specialist Salary $56,272 US October 01, 2026
75th Percentile Community Health Specialist Salary $62,873 US October 01, 2026
90th Percentile Community Health Specialist Salary $68,883 US October 01, 2026
25% $51,878 10% $47,878 90% $68,883 75% $62,873 $56,272 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Community Health Specialist

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    Senior Health Educator

    4 - 7 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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