Home Health and Personal Care Aides Salary in Central Oregon

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Central Oregon nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $39,020 +11.8% vs national
Median hourly $18.76
10th percentile $34,970
90th percentile $44,660
Employed locally 760
National median $34,900

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $34,970
    25th
    $36,150
    50th (median)
    $39,020
    75th
    $39,790
    90th
    $44,660

    Top-paying metros for Home Health and Personal Care Aides

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Grants Pass, OR $53,120
    Longview-Kelso, WA $47,100
    Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA $46,690
    Wenatchee-East Wenatchee, WA $46,350
    Eastern Washington nonmetropolitan area $46,260
    Walla Walla, WA $46,140

    Related occupations in Central Oregon

    OccupationMedian salary
    Nursing Assistants $45,240
    Medical Assistants $46,760
    Dental Assistants $46,860
    Healthcare Support Workers, All Other $45,500
    Phlebotomists $43,020
    Medical Equipment Preparers $39,450

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Home Health and Personal Care Aides make per hour in Central Oregon?

    The median hourly wage for Home Health and Personal Care Aides in Central Oregon is $18.76, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $21.58 or more per hour.

    Is Central Oregon above or below average for Home Health and Personal Care Aides salaries?

    The median Home Health and Personal Care Aides salary in Central Oregon is 11.8% above the national median of $34,900. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Home Health and Personal Care Aides in Central Oregon?

    Entry-level Home Health and Personal Care Aides (10th percentile) earn around $34,970 per year in Central Oregon. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $36,150.