Community Health Workers Salary in Northwest Illinois

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

Median annual salary $47,340 -7.2% vs national
Median hourly $22.76
10th percentile $36,930
90th percentile $62,960
Employed locally 40
National median $51,030

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $36,930
    25th
    $44,000
    50th (median)
    $47,340
    75th
    $49,340
    90th
    $62,960

    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 Northwest Illinois

    OccupationMedian salary
    Child, Family, and School Social Workers $50,130
    Social and Human Service Assistants $42,550
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors $52,320
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors $60,200
    Rehabilitation Counselors $51,270
    Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists $62,370

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Community Health Workers in Northwest Illinois is $22.76, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $30.27 or more per hour.

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

    The median Community Health Workers salary in Northwest Illinois is 7.2% 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 Northwest Illinois?

    Entry-level Community Health Workers (10th percentile) earn around $36,930 per year in Northwest Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $44,000.