How much does a community health worker make in New York?
$58,130a year
Median yearly pay for community health workers in New York. That is $27.95 an hour or $4,844 a month.
- Hourly
- $27.95
- Vs. national median
- +12%
- Rank among states
- 6 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 5,800
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $44,310Median: $58,130Highest 10%: $87,980
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $44,310 | $21.30 | |
| 25th | $50,350 | $24.21 | |
| Median | $58,130 | $27.95 | |
| 75th | $70,390 | $33.84 | |
| 90th | $87,980 | $42.30 |
Cities in New York
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Albany, NY | $61,610 |
| New York, NY | $59,340 |
| Kiryas Joel, NY | $57,240 |
| Syracuse, NY | $54,320 |
| Buffalo, NY | $52,900 |
| Rochester, NY | $52,110 |
| Binghamton, NY | $49,010 |
| Utica, NY | $46,840 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for community health workers.
| 3. North Dakota | $59,610 |
| 4. Colorado | $59,260 |
| 5. Hawaii | $58,450 |
| 6. New York | $58,130 |
| 7. California | $58,050 |
| 8. Nevada | $57,730 |
| 9. Washington | $57,070 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a community health worker make an hour in New York?
The median hourly pay in New York is $27.95 ($58,130 a year).
Do community health workers make more in New York than the national average?
Yes: $58,130 against $51,850 nationally, 12% more.
Where does New York rank for community health worker pay?
New York ranks 6 of 51 states.
Which city in New York pays community health workers the most?
Albany-Schenectady-Troy, NY, with a median of $61,610 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.