Community Health Workers Salary in South Illinois

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

Median annual salary $45,970 -9.9% vs national
Median hourly $22.10
10th percentile $33,240
90th percentile $67,220
Employed locally 60
National median $51,030

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $33,240
    25th
    $37,800
    50th (median)
    $45,970
    75th
    $52,290
    90th
    $67,220

    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 Illinois

    OccupationMedian salary
    Child, Family, and School Social Workers $62,440
    Social and Human Service Assistants $45,760
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors $55,060
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors $48,840
    Rehabilitation Counselors $47,480
    Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists $77,920

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Community Health Workers in South Illinois is $22.10, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $26.36 or more per hour.

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

    The median Community Health Workers salary in South Illinois is 9.9% 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 South Illinois?

    Entry-level Community Health Workers (10th percentile) earn around $33,240 per year in South Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $37,800.