Home Health and Personal Care Aides Salary in Kokomo, IN

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Kokomo, IN

Median annual salary $30,970 -11.3% vs national
Median hourly $14.89
10th percentile $26,560
90th percentile $36,500
Employed locally 750
National median $34,900

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $26,560
    25th
    $29,130
    50th (median)
    $30,970
    75th
    $34,940
    90th
    $36,500

    Kokomo economic context

    Unemployment rate 6.90% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $62,496 2023 • Census ACS
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides salary vs area income 50% Median Home Health and Personal Care Aides salary is 50% below the area median household income

    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

    Nearby metros — Home Health and Personal Care Aides salary comparison

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Eastern Washington nonmetropolitan area $46,260
    Washington $46,140
    Western Washington nonmetropolitan area $45,750
    Bellingham, WA $45,030
    Burlington-South Burlington, VT $40,540
    Eugene-Springfield, OR $39,770

    Related occupations in Kokomo, IN

    OccupationMedian salary
    Nursing Assistants $37,780
    Medical Assistants $39,140
    Dental Assistants $48,990
    Massage Therapists $57,060
    Physical Therapist Assistants $70,840
    Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers $33,510

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Home Health and Personal Care Aides in Kokomo, IN is $14.89, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $18.04 or more per hour.

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

    The median Home Health and Personal Care Aides salary in Kokomo, IN is 11.3% below 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 Kokomo?

    Entry-level Home Health and Personal Care Aides (10th percentile) earn around $26,560 per year in Kokomo, IN. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $29,130.