Community Health Workers Salary in Western Washington

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

Median annual salary $50,730 -0.6% vs national
Median hourly $24.39
10th percentile $34,220
90th percentile $78,510
Employed locally 150
National median $51,030

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $34,220
    25th
    $43,370
    50th (median)
    $50,730
    75th
    $62,080
    90th
    $78,510

    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 Washington

    OccupationMedian salary
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors$61,030
    Child, Family, and School Social Workers$70,050
    Social and Human Service Assistants$46,730
    Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists$80,280
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors$86,670
    Healthcare Social Workers$70,960

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Community Health Workers in Western Washington is $24.39, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $38.35 or more per hour.

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

    The median Community Health Workers salary in Western Washington is 0.6% 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 Washington?

    Entry-level Community Health Workers (10th percentile) earn around $34,220 per year in Western Washington. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $43,370.