Home Health and Personal Care Aides Salary in Southwest Colorado

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southwest Colorado nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $35,380 +1.4% vs national
Median hourly $17.01
10th percentile $32,360
90th percentile $44,480
Employed locally 1,610
National median $34,900

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $32,360
    25th
    $33,180
    50th (median)
    $35,380
    75th
    $37,140
    90th
    $44,480

    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 Southwest Colorado

    OccupationMedian salary
    Nursing Assistants $43,790
    Medical Assistants $44,080
    Dental Assistants $46,150
    Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers $35,980
    Healthcare Support Workers, All Other $39,440
    Massage Therapists $56,330

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Home Health and Personal Care Aides in Southwest Colorado is $17.01, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $23.27 or more per hour.

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

    The median Home Health and Personal Care Aides salary in Southwest Colorado is 1.4% 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 Southwest Colorado?

    Entry-level Home Health and Personal Care Aides (10th percentile) earn around $32,360 per year in Southwest Colorado. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $33,180.