How much does a community health worker make in Washington?
Median yearly pay for community health workers in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area. That is $28.26 an hour or $4,899 a month.
- Hourly
- $28.26
- Vs. national median
- +13%
- Rank among cities
- 23 of 205
- Jobs in the area
- 1,600
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $38,980 | $18.74 | |
| 25th | $48,880 | $23.50 | |
| Median | $58,790 | $28.26 | |
| 75th | $70,680 | $33.98 | |
| 90th | $87,750 | $42.19 |
Other cities in District of Columbia
Median yearly pay for community health workers.
| No other city in the state with data. |
Related jobs in Washington
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Health Education Specialist | $124,600 |
| Marriage and Family Therapist | $95,460 |
| Social Worker | $93,220 |
| Healthcare Social Worker | $80,710 |
| Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Worker | $78,210 |
| Educational | $77,420 |
| Child | $75,550 |
| Probation Officer and Correctional Treatment Specialist | $73,610 |
| Counselor | $70,610 |
| Substance Abuse | $65,270 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a community health worker make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area is $28.26 ($58,790 a year).
Do community health workers make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $58,790 against $51,850 nationally, 13% more.
How does Washington compare with the rest of District of Columbia?
The median in District of Columbia is $62,510, so Washington pays 6% less.
Where does Washington rank for community health worker pay?
23 of 205 metro areas with data.
How much does a community health worker make starting out in Washington?
The lowest-paid 10% make $38,980 or less a year; the top 10% make $87,750 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.