Community Health Workers Salary in Milwaukee, WI

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Milwaukee-Waukesha, WI

Median annual salary $47,050 -7.8% vs national
Median hourly $22.62
10th percentile $38,220
90th percentile $80,310
Employed locally 130
National median $51,030

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $38,220
    25th
    $40,200
    50th (median)
    $47,050
    75th
    $58,940
    90th
    $80,310

    Milwaukee economic context

    Unemployment rate 3.20% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $76,404 2023 • Census ACS
    Community Health Workers salary vs area income 62% Median Community Health Workers salary is 38% below the area median household income

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Community Health Workers in Milwaukee, WI is $22.62, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $33.25 or more per hour.

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

    The median Community Health Workers salary in Milwaukee, WI is 7.8% 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 Milwaukee?

    Entry-level Community Health Workers (10th percentile) earn around $38,220 per year in Milwaukee, WI. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $40,200.