Community Health Workers Salary (2025)
Based on 61,660 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $38,810 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $45,640 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $51,850 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $62,540 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $77,180 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$39K
25th
$46K
Median
$52K
75th
$63K
90th
$77K
Highest Paying States for Community Health Workers
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| District of Columbia | $68,810 |
| California | $63,740 |
| Nevada | $63,550 |
| New Hampshire | $62,320 |
| New York | $62,140 |
| North Dakota | $60,120 |
| Hawaii | $59,940 |
| Washington | $59,800 |
| Colorado | $59,540 |
| New Jersey | $59,500 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Community Health Workers salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is District of Columbia at an average of $68,810 per year, while New Jersey has an average of $59,500 — a difference of $9,310. These geographic differences reflect variations in cost of living, demand, and local labor market conditions.
Highest Paying Metro Areas
Top cities by average annual wage
About Community Health Workers
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 61,660 workers were employed as Community Health Workerss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Community and Social Service Occupations. The annual mean wage of $56,180 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 21-1094