Home Health Aide Salary in 2026
Provide personal care and basic health services to patients in their homes.
Median Salary
$32,000
$2,667/mo
Entry Level
$26,000
starting pay
Senior Level
$38,000
experienced
Job Growth
+25%
10-yr outlook
Home Health Aide Overview
Provide personal care and basic health services to patients in their homes.
Education
Certificate
Experience
0 years
Industry
Healthcare
Total Jobs (US)
3.6M
5-Year Growth
+5%
Category
Healthcare
Hourly Rate
$15.38/hr
Monthly Pay
$2,667
Home Health Aide Salary Calculator
Adjust your state and experience level to see the estimated Home Health Aide salary in your area.
Mid Career (5-9 yrs)
Estimated Home Health Aide Salary
$34,000
$2,833/month · $1,308/biweekly · $16.35/hr
Home Health Aide Salary Range
Salary distribution from entry-level to top earners in the Home Health Aide field.
Entry-level Home Health Aides earn around $26,000, while the top 10% earn $41,500 or more.
Top Paying States for Home Health Aides
| State | Est. Median Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|
| California | $38,000 | +$6,000 |
| New York | $37,000 | +$5,000 |
| Illinois | $33,000 | +$1,000 |
| Texas | $31,000 | $-1,000 |
| Florida | $31,000 | $-1,000 |
Top Paying Cities for Home Health Aides
| City | Est. Median Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|
| New York | $38,000 | +$6,000 |
| Los Angeles | $36,000 | +$4,000 |
| Chicago | $34,000 | +$2,000 |
| Philadelphia | $33,000 | +$1,000 |
| Houston | $32,000 | $0 |
Required Skills & Certifications
Key Skills
Certifications
Home Health Aide Career Progression
Typical salary growth path for a Home Health Aide from entry level to expert.
$26,000
0-2 years
$32,000
3-7 years
$38,000
8-14 years
$45,000
15+ years
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