Community Health Worker

Code: 21-1094.00

Also known as: Apprise Counselor, Community Health Outreach Worker, Community Health Program Coordinator, Community Health Program Representative (Community Health Program Rep), Community Health Promoter, Community Health Worker (CHW), Community Nutrition Educator, HIV CTS Specialist (Human Immunodeficiency Virus Counseling and Testing Services Specialist)

Description: Community Health Workers help to promote wellness and health education within a specific geographic region. They collect data with regards to a certain demographic and help community members understand health issues facing the given population. These workers may work in non-profit agencies or hospitals, helping individuals to address pressing health concerns.

Community Health Worker

Typical wages


10% $28,010
25% $33,960
Median $42,000
75% $54,320
90% $70,790
10% $13.47
25% $16.33
Median $20.19
75% $26.11
90% $34.03

Projected employment

Estimated Employment
(2019 year)
64,900
Projected Employment
(2029 year)
74,800
Percent Change +0 %
Projected Annual Job Openings 7,600