Community Health Workers Salary in Maryland

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Maryland nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $42,130 -17.4% vs national
Median hourly $20.26
10th percentile $33,960
90th percentile $83,550
Employed locally 140
National median $51,030

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $33,960
    25th
    $33,970
    50th (median)
    $42,130
    75th
    $54,990
    90th
    $83,550

    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 Maryland

    OccupationMedian salary
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors $62,050
    Child, Family, and School Social Workers $63,940
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors $63,690
    Rehabilitation Counselors $37,120
    Healthcare Social Workers $65,480
    Social and Human Service Assistants $43,120

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Community Health Workers make per hour in Maryland?

    The median hourly wage for Community Health Workers in Maryland is $20.26, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $34.42 or more per hour.

    Is Maryland above or below average for Community Health Workers salaries?

    The median Community Health Workers salary in Maryland is 17.4% 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 Maryland?

    Entry-level Community Health Workers (10th percentile) earn around $33,960 per year in Maryland. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $33,970.