Community Health Workers Salary in Western North Carolina

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Western North Carolina nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $39,870 -21.9% vs national
Median hourly $19.17
10th percentile $30,980
90th percentile $48,780
Employed locally 70
National median $51,030

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $30,980
    25th
    $30,980
    50th (median)
    $39,870
    75th
    $46,930
    90th
    $48,780

    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 Western North Carolina

    OccupationMedian salary
    Child, Family, and School Social Workers$53,940
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors$52,220
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors$50,280
    Social and Human Service Assistants$43,510
    Rehabilitation Counselors$45,980
    Healthcare Social Workers$52,720

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Community Health Workers make per hour in Western North Carolina?

    The median hourly wage for Community Health Workers in Western North Carolina is $19.17, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $29.46 or more per hour.

    Is Western North Carolina above or below average for Community Health Workers salaries?

    The median Community Health Workers salary in Western North Carolina is 21.9% 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 Western North Carolina?

    Entry-level Community Health Workers (10th percentile) earn around $30,980 per year in Western North Carolina. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $30,980.