Community Health Workers pay in Michigan
In Michigan, the median pay for community health workers is $23.74 an hour ($49,380 a year). About 1,890 people work in this job there.
That is 5% lower than the U.S. median ($51,850). Michigan ranks 29th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for community health workers in Michigan
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $18.14 | $37,720 |
| 25% of workers | $21.07 | $43,820 |
| Half of workers (median) | $23.74 | $49,380 |
| 75% of workers | $30.83 | $64,130 |
| 90% of workers | $35.87 | $74,610 |
Community Health Workers pay in Michigan metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Traverse City | $62,160 | 50 |
| Ann Arbor | $59,210 | 90 |
| Lansing-East Lansing | $52,260 | 180 |
| Detroit-Warren-Dearborn | $49,570 | 660 |
| Grand Rapids-Wyoming-Kentwood | $48,360 | 190 |
| Flint | $48,340 | 90 |
| Kalamazoo-Portage | $46,010 | 70 |
Michigan unemployment rate: 5% (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 Michigan
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Child, Family, and School Social Workers | $59,270 |
| Social and Human Service Assistants | $39,160 |
| Social and Community Service Managers | $85,500 |
| Health Technologists and Technicians, All Other | $48,520 |
| Healthcare Social Workers | $67,600 |
| Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers | $60,830 |
| Rehabilitation Counselors | $44,580 |
| Health Education Specialists | $56,360 |
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