Community Health Workers Salary in Southwest Colorado

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southwest Colorado nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $40,080 -21.5% vs national
Median hourly $19.27
10th percentile $31,660
90th percentile $60,780
Employed locally 40
National median $51,030

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $31,660
    25th
    $31,940
    50th (median)
    $40,080
    75th
    $56,060
    90th
    $60,780

    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 Southwest Colorado

    OccupationMedian salary
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors $62,770
    Child, Family, and School Social Workers $59,930
    Community and Social Service Specialists, All Other $50,160
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors $60,670
    Social and Human Service Assistants $46,810
    Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists $69,270

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Community Health Workers make per hour in Southwest Colorado?

    The median hourly wage for Community Health Workers in Southwest Colorado is $19.27, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $29.47 or more per hour.

    Is Southwest Colorado above or below average for Community Health Workers salaries?

    The median Community Health Workers salary in Southwest Colorado is 21.5% 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 Southwest Colorado?

    Entry-level Community Health Workers (10th percentile) earn around $31,660 per year in Southwest Colorado. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $31,940.