Community Health Workers Salary in South Central Kentucky

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

Median annual salary $43,250 -15.2% vs national
Median hourly $20.80
10th percentile $28,970
90th percentile $57,620
Employed locally 70
National median $51,030

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $28,970
    25th
    $34,320
    50th (median)
    $43,250
    75th
    $53,710
    90th
    $57,620

    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 Central Kentucky

    OccupationMedian salary
    Child, Family, and School Social Workers $55,430
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors $46,260
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors $61,400
    Social and Human Service Assistants $34,920
    Healthcare Social Workers $57,860
    Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers $46,120

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Community Health Workers in South Central Kentucky is $20.80, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $30.64 or more per hour.

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

    The median Community Health Workers salary in South Central Kentucky is 15.2% 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 South Central Kentucky?

    Entry-level Community Health Workers (10th percentile) earn around $28,970 per year in South Central Kentucky. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $34,320.