Community Health Workers pay in Indiana
In Indiana, the median pay for community health workers is $23.06 an hour ($47,960 a year). About 1,310 people work in this job there.
That is 8% lower than the U.S. median ($51,850). Indiana ranks 38th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for community health workers in Indiana
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $18.46 | $38,400 |
| 25% of workers | $20.79 | $43,250 |
| Half of workers (median) | $23.06 | $47,960 |
| 75% of workers | $27.43 | $57,040 |
| 90% of workers | $32.99 | $68,620 |
Community Health Workers pay in Indiana metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Fort Wayne | $48,970 | 90 |
| Indianapolis-Carmel-Greenwood | $48,920 | 550 |
| Evansville | $48,430 | 50 |
| South Bend-Mishawaka | $47,800 | 50 |
| Lafayette-West Lafayette | $44,940 | 30 |
| Terre Haute | $43,710 | 60 |
Indiana unemployment rate: 3.3% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for community health workers
- Typical education to start: High school diploma or equivalent (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 2 to 4 years (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Short-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: +12.7% over ten years, much faster than average · about 7,000 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Indiana
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Social and Human Service Assistants | $44,550 |
| Child, Family, and School Social Workers | $50,470 |
| Healthcare Social Workers | $64,580 |
| Social and Community Service Managers | $73,940 |
| Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers | $48,300 |
| Health Technologists and Technicians, All Other | $47,960 |
| Rehabilitation Counselors | $44,390 |
| Health Education Specialists | $58,170 |
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