Community Health Workers Salary in South Arkansas

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • South Arkansas nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $41,340 -19% vs national
Median hourly $19.88
10th percentile $28,690
90th percentile $57,190
Employed locally 40
National median $51,030

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $28,690
    25th
    $34,750
    50th (median)
    $41,340
    75th
    $51,030
    90th
    $57,190

    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 South Arkansas

    OccupationMedian salary
    Social and Human Service Assistants$36,050
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors$43,150
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors$58,230
    Child, Family, and School Social Workers$41,420
    Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists$53,760
    Social Workers, All Other$41,670

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Community Health Workers make per hour in South Arkansas?

    The median hourly wage for Community Health Workers in South Arkansas is $19.88, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $22.72 or more per hour.

    Is South Arkansas above or below average for Community Health Workers salaries?

    The median Community Health Workers salary in South Arkansas is 19% 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 South Arkansas?

    Entry-level Community Health Workers (10th percentile) earn around $28,690 per year in South Arkansas. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $34,750.