Hearing Aid Specialists Salary in U.S. (2024)
In U.S., hearing aid specialists earn $61,560 at the median — $29.6 an hour. The range runs from $37K at the entry level to $91K for experienced workers.
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AffordMap analysis of BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024
So what does $62K get you in U.S.?
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Compensation breakdown
Annual earnings by percentile, U.S.
Entry-level hearing aid specialists (10th percentile) start around $37K. Mid-career wages sit at $62K.Top earners bring in $91K or more - a $54K spread from bottom to top.
Hearing Aid Specialists pay across states
Median income ranked highest to lowest, compared to the national figure
| State | Median salary | vs. national | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hawaii | $91K | +48% | 60 |
| New York | $81K | +31% | 270 |
| New Mexico | $80K | +30% | 50 |
| California | $79K | +28% | 610 |
| Nevada | $78K | +27% | 90 |
| Arkansas | $77K | +25% | N/A |
| Maryland | $75K | +21% | 70 |
| Washington | $75K | +21% | 220 |
| Montana | $74K | +21% | N/A |
| North Carolina | $73K | +19% | 160 |
| Idaho | $73K | +18% | 60 |
| Arizona | $71K | +16% | 170 |
| Virginia | $71K | +16% | 170 |
| Wisconsin | $71K | +16% | 260 |
| Massachusetts | $67K | +10% | 200 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do hearing aid specialists make in U.S.?
The median is $61,560 a year - that works out to about $29.6 an hour. The range is wide: entry-level workers start around $36,950, and experienced hearing aid specialists can clear $91,000. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.
Is $62K enough to live in U.S.?
On that salary, you'd take home roughly $4,292/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,412/month, which eats 32.9% of your paycheck. That's above the 30% rule of thumb - housing will be a stretch at the median salary, though you can manage with roommates or a smaller place.
How far does a hearing aid specialists salary go in U.S.?
U.S. has a Regional Price Parity of 100 (100 is the national average). That's right at the national average. After cost-of-living adjustment, the median hearing aid specialists salary is worth about $61,560 in national-average purchasing power.
Where do hearing aid specialists get paid the most?
The table above ranks every state by median pay for this role. Keep in mind that the highest-paying states tend to have the highest costs of living, so the top salary doesn't always mean the most money in your pocket.