Select and fit hearing aids for customers. Administer and interpret tests of hearing. Assess hearing instrument efficacy. Take ear impressions and prepare, design, and modify ear molds.
Hearing Aid Specialists
SOC: 29-2092 O*NET: 29-2092.00
Median Salary
$61,560
per year
Job Growth
🚀 18.4%
Much Faster (2024-2034)
Annual Openings
1
projected jobs/year
Education Level
Vocational school, on-the-job training, or associate degree
Job Zone 3
Select and fit hearing aids for customers. Administer and interpret tests of hearing. Assess hearing instrument efficacy. Take ear impressions and prepare, design, and modify ear molds.
Overview
Compensation & Benefits
Salary Distribution by Percentile
Understanding where you might fall in the salary range based on experience and location.
10th
$36,936
25th
$49,248
50th (Median)
$61,560
75th
$73,872
90th
$92,340
Percentile Explained: If you're in the 75th percentile, you earn more than 75% of workers in this occupation. Entry-level positions typically fall in the 10th-25th percentile range, while experienced professionals often reach the 75th-90th percentile.
Typical Benefits Package
Health & Wellness
- ✓Health Insurance
- ✓Dental Insurance
- ✓Vision Insurance
- ✓Mental Health Support
- ✓Wellness Programs
Financial Benefits
- ✓401(k) Retirement Plan
- ✓Employer Match (typically 3-6%)
- ✓Profit Sharing
- ✓Stock Options
- ✓Performance Bonuses
Work-Life Balance
- ✓Paid Time Off (15-25 days)
- ✓Paid Sick Leave
- ✓Flexible Work Arrangements
- ✓Remote Work Options
- ✓Parental Leave
Professional Development
- ✓Tuition Reimbursement
- ✓Professional Certifications
- ✓Conference Attendance
- ✓Training Programs
- ✓Mentorship Opportunities
Note: Benefits vary widely by employer, company size, and location. Large corporations and tech companies often offer more comprehensive packages, while small businesses may offer fewer benefits but more flexibility. Always review the complete compensation package, not just base salary.
Job Market Intelligence
Job Market Intelligence
Very High Demand
Market demand
Medium Risk
Automation risk
Current Employment
National Employment:10,700
10-Year Outlook
Growth Rate:+18.4%
Annual Openings:1,000
Employment Projections
2024 (Current)10,700
Current
2034 (Projected)12,600
+18.4%
+2,000
Employment Change
+18.4%
Growth Rate
10
Year Projection
Growth Category: Much faster than average
Key Growth Factors
- •Much faster than average growth expected
- •High current market demand
Top Skills
✓
Active Listening
Active Listening
✓
Service Orientation
Service Orientation
✓
Instructing
Instructing
✓
Speaking
Speaking
✓
Social Perceptiveness
Social Perceptiveness
✓
Reading Comprehension
Reading Comprehension
✓
Judgment and Decision Making
Judgment and Decision Making
✓
Complex Problem Solving
Complex Problem Solving
✓
Active Learning
Active Learning
✓
Monitoring
Monitoring
Key Knowledge Areas
✓
Customer and Personal Service
✓
Sales and Marketing
✓
Therapy and Counseling
✓
Medicine and Dentistry
✓
Computers and Electronics
✓
Administrative
✓
English Language
✓
Administration and Management
✓
Economics and Accounting
✓
Psychology
Education & Training
Education Required
Vocational school, on-the-job training, or associate degree
Experience Required
Previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience required
Job Training
Training of more than one year