How much does a home health and personal care aide make in Washington?
Median yearly pay for home health and personal care aides in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area. That is $18.52 an hour or $3,211 a month.
- Hourly
- $18.52
- Vs. national median
- +8%
- Rank among cities
- 49 of 392
- Jobs in the area
- 50,450
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $30,670 | $14.75 | |
| 25th | $34,270 | $16.48 | |
| Median | $38,530 | $18.52 | |
| 75th | $43,060 | $20.70 | |
| 90th | $46,080 | $22.15 |
Other cities in District of Columbia
Median yearly pay for home health and personal care aides.
| No other city in the state with data. |
Related jobs in Washington
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | $88,250 |
| Physical Therapist Assistant | $78,790 |
| Massage Therapist | $65,220 |
| Healthcare Support Worker | $55,770 |
| Medical Equipment Preparer | $50,600 |
| Phlebotomist | $49,030 |
| Dental Assistant | $47,540 |
| Medical Assistant | $46,640 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | $45,840 |
| Nursing Assistant | $45,730 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a home health and personal care aide make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area is $18.52 ($38,530 a year).
Do home health and personal care aides make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $38,530 against $35,800 nationally, 8% more.
How does Washington compare with the rest of District of Columbia?
The median in District of Columbia is $42,700, so Washington pays 10% less.
Where does Washington rank for home health and personal care aide pay?
49 of 392 metro areas with data.
How much does a home health and personal care aide make starting out in Washington?
The lowest-paid 10% make $30,670 or less a year; the top 10% make $46,080 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.