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CHWs and Promotores/as are the backbone of California's community health system. Regional salary data, certification pathways, free resources, and open jobs across FQHCs statewide.
Sourced from NACHC, BLS, EDD, and our live California job feed. Base median × regional cost-of-living multiplier.
| Region | P25 | Median | P75 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bay Area | $51K | $60K | $71K |
| Los Angeles | $48K | $56K | $67K |
| San Diego | $46K | $55K | $65K |
| Sacramento | $44K | $52K | $62K |
| Central Coast | $44K | $52K | $62K |
| Inland Empire | $42K | $49K | $59K |
| Central Valley | $40K | $48K | $57K |
| North State | $40K | $47K | $56K |
| North Coast | $40K | $48K | $57K |
SB 525 floor: $45,760/yr (July 2026, $22/hr). Rises to $52,000/yr July 2027.
Since July 2022 CHW services are reimbursable under Medi-Cal. Certification opens roles at 100+ California FQHCs.
CHW, Promotor/a, Community Health Representative, In-Home Supportive Services Worker.
Approved DHCS training programs (community college, community-based, online). Most are free or low-cost.
FQHCs hire certified CHWs at $52K median (Bay Area $60K). Bilingual + bicultural is highly valued.
Community Health Worker - ECM Program
Los Angeles · Bilingual preferred
$48K – $58K
Community Health Worker - Care Coordination
San Fernando · Bilingual preferred
$46K – $56K
Community Health Worker - TCM
Los Angeles · Bilingual preferred
$47K – $59K
Community Health Worker - Housing Support
San Diego · Bilingual preferred
$46K – $57K
Community Health Worker - Border Health
San Ysidro · Bilingual preferred
$47K – $59K
Community Health Worker - ECM
Oakland · Bilingual preferred
$47K – $59K