Community Health Workers Salary in East Central Illinois

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

Median annual salary $47,580 -6.8% vs national
Median hourly $22.88
10th percentile $35,220
90th percentile $68,810
Employed locally 80
National median $51,030

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $35,220
    25th
    $39,200
    50th (median)
    $47,580
    75th
    $60,160
    90th
    $68,810

    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 East Central Illinois

    OccupationMedian salary
    Social and Human Service Assistants $42,850
    Child, Family, and School Social Workers $54,080
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors $47,830
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors $57,120
    Rehabilitation Counselors $50,300
    Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists $79,190

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Community Health Workers in East Central Illinois is $22.88, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $30.82 or more per hour.

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

    The median Community Health Workers salary in East Central Illinois is 6.8% 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 East Central Illinois?

    Entry-level Community Health Workers (10th percentile) earn around $35,220 per year in East Central Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $39,200.