Community Health Workers Salary in Southwestern Pennsylvania

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southwestern Pennsylvania nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $55,500 +8.8% vs national
Median hourly $26.68
10th percentile $37,460
90th percentile $55,500
Employed locally 110
National median $51,030

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $37,460
    25th
    $38,980
    50th (median)
    $55,500
    75th
    $55,500
    90th
    $55,500

    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 Southwestern Pennsylvania

    OccupationMedian salary
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors $52,430
    Child, Family, and School Social Workers $44,610
    Social and Human Service Assistants $39,050
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors $61,460
    Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists $62,440
    Community and Social Service Specialists, All Other $48,120

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Community Health Workers make per hour in Southwestern Pennsylvania?

    The median hourly wage for Community Health Workers in Southwestern Pennsylvania is $26.68, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $37.53 or more per hour.

    Is Southwestern Pennsylvania above or below average for Community Health Workers salaries?

    The median Community Health Workers salary in Southwestern Pennsylvania is 8.8% above 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 Southwestern Pennsylvania?

    Entry-level Community Health Workers (10th percentile) earn around $37,460 per year in Southwestern Pennsylvania. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $38,980.