Health Care Worker Salary in the United States

Health Care Worker Salary

How much does a Health Care Worker make?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Health Care Worker in the United States is $34,522. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $31,046 to a high of $39,419, with most professionals earning between $32,703 and $37,086.

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Health Care Worker Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Health Care Worker Salary $31,046 US April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Health Care Worker Salary $32,703 US April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Health Care Worker Salary $34,522 US April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Health Care Worker Salary $37,086 US April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Health Care Worker Salary $39,419 US April 01, 2025
25% $32,703 10% $31,046 90% $39,419 75% $37,086 $34,522 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Health Care Worker

    0 - 1 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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    Home Care Aide II

    1 - 3 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Health Care Worker in the United States. The base salary for Health Care Worker ranges from $32,703 to $37,086 with the average base salary of $34,522. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $32,703 to $37,086 with the average total cash compensation of $34,522.

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