Community Health Workers pay in Virginia
In Virginia, the median pay for community health workers is $23.52 an hour ($48,910 a year). About 620 people work in this job there.
That is 6% lower than the U.S. median ($51,850). Virginia ranks 32nd of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for community health workers in Virginia
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $16.56 | $34,440 |
| 25% of workers | $20.90 | $43,460 |
| Half of workers (median) | $23.52 | $48,910 |
| 75% of workers | $29.13 | $60,590 |
| 90% of workers | $38.46 | $79,990 |
Community Health Workers pay in Virginia metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Richmond | $51,420 | 0 |
| Virginia Beach-Chesapeake-Norfolk | $44,930 | 120 |
Virginia unemployment rate: 3.6% (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 Virginia
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Social and Human Service Assistants | $43,450 |
| Child, Family, and School Social Workers | $61,330 |
| Health Technologists and Technicians, All Other | $47,340 |
| Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers | $64,240 |
| Social and Community Service Managers | $94,970 |
| Healthcare Social Workers | $66,550 |
| Rehabilitation Counselors | $47,530 |
| Health Education Specialists | $64,040 |
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