Home Health and Personal Care Aides Salary (2025)
Based on 4,305,810 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $27,040 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $31,920 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $35,800 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $39,470 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $45,040 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$27K
25th
$32K
Median
$36K
75th
$39K
90th
$45K
Highest Paying States for Home Health and Personal Care Aides
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| Washington | $48,210 |
| Oregon | $44,650 |
| District of Columbia | $42,540 |
| Rhode Island | $42,330 |
| Massachusetts | $42,080 |
| North Dakota | $41,490 |
| Vermont | $41,300 |
| New York | $41,130 |
| Alaska | $40,450 |
| Connecticut | $40,280 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Home Health and Personal Care Aides salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is Washington at an average of $48,210 per year, while Connecticut has an average of $40,280 — a difference of $7,930. 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 Home Health and Personal Care Aides
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 4,305,810 workers were employed as Home Health and Personal Care Aidess in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Healthcare Support Occupations. The annual mean wage of $36,120 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 31-1120