Community Health Workers Salary in Southern Ohio

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southern Ohio nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $49,980 -2.1% vs national
Median hourly $24.03
10th percentile $31,710
90th percentile $76,620
Employed locally 70
National median $51,030

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $31,710
    25th
    $37,150
    50th (median)
    $49,980
    75th
    $58,480
    90th
    $76,620

    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 Southern Ohio

    OccupationMedian salary
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors $49,680
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors $67,090
    Child, Family, and School Social Workers $47,430
    Social and Human Service Assistants $38,410
    Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers $43,770
    Healthcare Social Workers $60,180

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Community Health Workers make per hour in Southern Ohio?

    The median hourly wage for Community Health Workers in Southern Ohio is $24.03, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $35.00 or more per hour.

    Is Southern Ohio above or below average for Community Health Workers salaries?

    The median Community Health Workers salary in Southern Ohio is 2.1% 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 Southern Ohio?

    Entry-level Community Health Workers (10th percentile) earn around $31,710 per year in Southern Ohio. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $37,150.