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Home health aide salary in United States

How much does a Home Health Aide make in the United States?

Average base salary

$15.81
Average $15.81
Low $10.26
High $24.37
Overtime
$4,000per year
Non-cash benefit
401(k)
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The average salary for a home health aide is $15.81 per hour in the United States and $4,000 overtime per year.159.6k salaries reported, updated at December 2, 2023

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Salaries by years of experience in the United States

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Top companies for Home Health Aides in United States

  1. Amedisys
    3.1
    2,273 reviews973 salaries reported
    $17.71per hour
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Highest paying cities for Home Health Aides near United States

  1. Bronx, NY
    $18.49 per hour
    662 salaries reported
  2. New York, NY
    $18.38 per hour
    860 salaries reported
  3. Brooklyn, NY
    $18.02 per hour
    1.2k salaries reported
  1. Indianapolis, IN
    $14.69 per hour
    435 salaries reported
  2. St. Louis, MO
    $14.69 per hour
    139 salaries reported
  3. Philadelphia, PA
    $14.48 per hour
    978 salaries reported
  1. Miami, FL
    $14.16 per hour
    335 salaries reported
  2. Cincinnati, OH
    $14.01 per hour
    495 salaries reported
  3. Columbus, OH
    $13.71 per hour
    402 salaries reported
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Where can a Home Health Aide earn more?

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Best-paid skills and qualifications for Home Health Aides

Top skills
Infusion Experience
+73.46%salary
Top licenses
Physical Therapy License
+55.38%salary
Top specialties
Wound Care
+35.54%salary

More critical skills and qualifications that pay well

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Most common benefits for Home Health Aides

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • 403(b)
  • AD&D insurance
  • Continuing education credits
  • Dental insurance
  • Disability insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Employee discount
  • Employee stock purchase plan
  • Flexible schedule
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Loan forgiveness
  • Mileage reimbursement
  • Opportunities for advancement
  • Paid orientation
  • Paid sick time
  • Paid time off
  • Paid training
  • Parental leave
  • Professional development assistance
  • Referral program
  • Retirement plan
  • Safety equipment provided
  • Travel reimbursement
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Vision insurance
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Salary satisfaction

Based on 1,438 ratings

34% of Home Health Aides in the United States think their salaries are enough for the cost of living in their area.

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How much do similar professions get paid in United States?

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Common questions about salaries for a Home Health Aide

How can I know if I am being paid fairly as a home health aide (HHA)?

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How much do similar professions to home health aide (HHA) get paid?

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Do home health aides (HHAs) get paid weekly or bi-weekly?

Generally, home health aides (HHAs) are paid bi-weekly, but it can vary depending on the employer.

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