Home Health Aide Salary Guide
National median: $35,800/yr · Range: $27,208–$45,108 · Source: BLS OEWS May 2025
Last updated: 2026-07-04
National Home Health Aide Salary Overview
Data: BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics, May 2025 OEWS. O*NET code: 31-1120.00. SOC occupation: 31-1120 (Home Health Aide).
Home Health Aide Salary by City — Top 20 Metros
| Metro Area | 25th Pct | Median | 75th Pct |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seattle, WA | $45,870 | $48,210 | $49,160 |
| New York, NY | $38,680 | $39,680 | $43,780 |
| Denver, CO | $37,960 | $38,900 | $43,620 |
| Chicago, IL | $37,160 | $38,180 | $38,750 |
| San Jose, CA | $37,600 | $37,640 | $38,640 |
| Phoenix, AZ | $34,840 | $36,930 | $38,620 |
| San Francisco, CA | $35,950 | $35,950 | $38,800 |
| San Diego, CA | $34,940 | $35,300 | $37,200 |
| Indianapolis, IN | $31,280 | $35,060 | $36,850 |
| Columbus, OH | $30,590 | $34,880 | $37,630 |
| Jacksonville, FL | $31,470 | $34,380 | $35,850 |
| Nashville, TN | $31,520 | $34,380 | $37,170 |
| Los Angeles, CA | $34,320 | $34,320 | $35,630 |
| Charlotte, NC | $29,500 | $33,680 | $36,180 |
| Philadelphia, PA | $28,940 | $29,800 | $34,580 |
| Austin, TX | $24,720 | $28,370 | $30,690 |
| Dallas, TX | $23,130 | $26,900 | $30,180 |
| Fort Worth, TX | $23,130 | $26,900 | $30,180 |
| San Antonio, TX | $22,910 | $25,960 | $27,680 |
| Houston, TX | $22,710 | $23,440 | $27,780 |
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 estimates. Click any city for detailed local salary data.
Home Health Aide Salary by Experience Level
| Level | Typical Salary | Years of Experience |
|---|---|---|
| Entry-level Home Health Aide | $25,776 | 0–2 years |
| Mid-level Home Health Aide | $32,936 | 3–5 years |
| Senior Home Health Aide | $42,244 | 5–8 years |
| Staff / Lead Home Health Aide | $50,836 | 8–12 years |
| Principal / Director | $60,144 | 12+ years |
Career path estimates derived from BLS OEWS May 2025 national benchmarks. Actual salaries vary by company, location, and skills.
Skills That Raise Home Health Aide Salary
Professionals with these skills typically earn 15–35% above the median:
- State HHA certification
- CPR / first aid
- Dementia and Alzheimer's care experience
- Hospice care experience
- Reliable transportation & clean driving record
- Medication-reminder training
How to Negotiate a Home Health Aide Offer
The most effective salary negotiation for Home Health Aide roles follows three steps:
- Anchor with data. Quote BLS OEWS median ($35,800) and top-metro benchmarks as your reference point. Numbers beat feelings.
- Frame with ROI. Describe a specific project outcome in dollar terms: "I reduced churn by 8%, which retained $2M ARR." This turns the conversation from cost to investment.
- Negotiate total comp. If base is firm, ask about sign-on bonus, equity refresh, additional PTO, or a 6-month review. Employers have more flexibility in these buckets.
Home Health Aide Salary by City — All 90 Locations
Median Home Health Aide pay in every metro we track, grouped by state (BLS OEWS May 2025).
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