How much does a community health worker make in Richmond?
$51,420a year
Median yearly pay for community health workers in the Richmond, VA metro area. That is $24.72 an hour or $4,285 a month.
- Hourly
- $24.72
- Vs. national median
- -1%
- Rank among cities
- 75 of 205
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $37,140Median: $51,420Highest 10%: $73,750
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $37,140 | $17.86 | |
| 25th | $46,920 | $22.56 | |
| Median | $51,420 | $24.72 | |
| 75th | $62,990 | $30.28 | |
| 90th | $73,750 | $35.46 |
Other cities in Virginia
Median yearly pay for community health workers.
| Washington, DC | $58,790 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $44,930 |
Related jobs in Richmond
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Counselor | $98,850 |
| Social Worker | $96,970 |
| Community and Social Service Specialist | $77,210 |
| Healthcare Social Worker | $71,690 |
| Health Education Specialist | $68,250 |
| Educational | $67,620 |
| Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Worker | $63,020 |
| Child | $60,520 |
| Clergy | $60,190 |
| Probation Officer and Correctional Treatment Specialist | $60,030 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a community health worker make an hour in Richmond?
The median hourly pay in the Richmond, VA metro area is $24.72 ($51,420 a year).
Do community health workers make more in Richmond than the national average?
No: $51,420 against $51,850 nationally, 1% less.
How does Richmond compare with the rest of Virginia?
The median in Virginia is $48,910, so Richmond pays 5% more.
Where does Richmond rank for community health worker pay?
75 of 205 metro areas with data.
How much does a community health worker make starting out in Richmond?
The lowest-paid 10% make $37,140 or less a year; the top 10% make $73,750 or more.
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.