Community Health Workers Salary in Northern New Mexico

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northern New Mexico nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $43,770 -14.2% vs national
Median hourly $21.04
10th percentile $38,910
90th percentile $60,280
Employed locally 40
National median $51,030

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $38,910
    25th
    $40,200
    50th (median)
    $43,770
    75th
    $48,660
    90th
    $60,280

    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 Northern New Mexico

    OccupationMedian salary
    Social and Human Service Assistants$45,900
    Child, Family, and School Social Workers$52,010
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors$77,830
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors$64,910
    Healthcare Social Workers$81,600
    Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists$57,080

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Community Health Workers make per hour in Northern New Mexico?

    The median hourly wage for Community Health Workers in Northern New Mexico is $21.04, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $29.74 or more per hour.

    Is Northern New Mexico above or below average for Community Health Workers salaries?

    The median Community Health Workers salary in Northern New Mexico is 14.2% 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 Northern New Mexico?

    Entry-level Community Health Workers (10th percentile) earn around $38,910 per year in Northern New Mexico. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $40,200.