Community Health Workers Salary in Central Kentucky

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Central Kentucky nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $46,760 -8.4% vs national
Median hourly $22.48
10th percentile $33,710
90th percentile $59,710
Employed locally 90
National median $51,030

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $33,710
    25th
    $37,820
    50th (median)
    $46,760
    75th
    $49,140
    90th
    $59,710

    Top-paying metros for Community Health Workers

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Carson City, NV $75,090
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $73,310
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $72,030
    District of Columbia $71,550
    New Mexico $71,210
    New Haven, CT $66,910

    Related occupations in Central Kentucky

    OccupationMedian salary
    Child, Family, and School Social Workers $57,390
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors $49,100
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors $59,230
    Social and Human Service Assistants $36,700
    Healthcare Social Workers $58,670
    Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists $57,870

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Community Health Workers make per hour in Central Kentucky?

    The median hourly wage for Community Health Workers in Central Kentucky is $22.48, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $29.82 or more per hour.

    Is Central Kentucky above or below average for Community Health Workers salaries?

    The median Community Health Workers salary in Central Kentucky is 8.4% below the national median of $51,030. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Community Health Workers in Central Kentucky?

    Entry-level Community Health Workers (10th percentile) earn around $33,710 per year in Central Kentucky. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $37,820.