Community Health Workers

Median salary, education path, job outlook, and related careers — based on U.S. labor data.

What a Community Health Workers does

Bridge the gap between healthcare systems and community members by providing health education, outreach, and support to underserved populations. They help connect people to health services and promote preventive care.

Education & path

The typical entry point is a bachelor's degree. About 4 years.

Estimated cost of that path: ~$40,000. Estimated payback: ~4 years. Estimates only — actual cost varies widely by school and financial aid; payback assumes ~20% of income applied.

Related careers

• Social and Human Service Assistants — $45,930/yr
• Child, Family, and School Social Workers — $59,550/yr
• Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors — $64,330/yr
• Healthcare Social Workers — $67,880/yr
• Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers — $60,280/yr