Community Health Workers Salary in Northeastern Pennsylvania

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northeastern Pennsylvania nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $41,390 -18.9% vs national
Median hourly $19.90
10th percentile $29,710
90th percentile $70,070
Employed locally 40
National median $51,030

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $29,710
    25th
    $35,880
    50th (median)
    $41,390
    75th
    $49,790
    90th
    $70,070

    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 Northeastern Pennsylvania

    OccupationMedian salary
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors $49,990
    Social and Human Service Assistants $42,600
    Child, Family, and School Social Workers $52,340
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors $63,270
    Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists $69,680
    Healthcare Social Workers $63,330

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Community Health Workers make per hour in Northeastern Pennsylvania?

    The median hourly wage for Community Health Workers in Northeastern Pennsylvania is $19.90, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $33.69 or more per hour.

    Is Northeastern Pennsylvania above or below average for Community Health Workers salaries?

    The median Community Health Workers salary in Northeastern Pennsylvania is 18.9% 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 Northeastern Pennsylvania?

    Entry-level Community Health Workers (10th percentile) earn around $29,710 per year in Northeastern Pennsylvania. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $35,880.