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As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Home Health Aide in California is $42,637 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $20.
However, a Home Health Aide's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:
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Home Health Aide Salaries by Percentile
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
|
| 75th Percentile | $46,800 | $3,900 | $900 | $22 |
| Average | $42,637 | $3,553 | $820 | $20 |
| 25th Percentile | $39,317 | $3,276 | $756 | $19 |
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A Home Health Aide's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.
Experience is a primary driver of a Home Health Aide's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here’s how the average salary grows at different career stages:
| Levels | Salary |
|---|---|
| Behaviora... Level Home Health Aide | $39,021 |
| Home Care... Level Home Health Aide | $35,210 |
| Home Heal... Level Home Health Aide | $42,331 |
| Home Care... Level Home Health Aide | $47,245 |
| Home Care... Level Home Health Aide | $47,306 |
What Am I Worth?
Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Home Health Aides. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:
Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:
For Home Health Aide roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Healthcare, offers compensation 20% above the average. Conversely, Home Health Aide positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Home Health Aide as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.
| Industry Sector | Average Annual Salary | Average Hourly Rate | Pay vs.Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Healthcare | $51,164 | $25.0 | 20% |
Understanding how a Home Health Aide's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.
| Annual Salary | Monthly Pay | Weekly Pay | Hourly Wage | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75th Percentile | $46,800 | $3,900 | $900 | $22 |
| Average | $42,637 | $3,553 | $820 | $20 |
| 25th Percentile | $39,317 | $3,276 | $756 | $19 |
Ready to take the next step in your career? Browse thousands of current Home Health Aide job openings on our job board. Use the search bar below to find your perfect match.
Muir Home Health
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Muir Home Health | Walnut Creek, CA
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Advanced Home Health and Hospice Inc.
Santa Rosa, CA
Advanced Home Health and Hospice Inc. | Santa Rosa, CA
Job Description. Job Description. Job Title/Position. HHA (Home Health Aide). Reports to. Branch Clinical Director. Position Summary. Primary function is t... more
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CRUZ HOME HEALTH CARE LLC
Ontario, CA
CRUZ HOME HEALTH CARE LLC | Ontario, CA
Job Description. Job Description. Benefits/Perks. Flexible Scheduling. Competitive Compensation. Job Summary. Join our compassionate team as a Home Health ... more
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Arma Home Health Care Inc
Palmdale, CA
Arma Home Health Care Inc | Palmdale, CA
Job Description. Job Description. NOTE: This is a Per Diem. Job Summary. The home health aide is a paraprofessional member of the home care team who works ... more
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GAP HOME HEALTH CARE LLC
Rialto, CA
GAP HOME HEALTH CARE LLC | Rialto, CA
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Upland, CA
COMPASSION CARE IN-HOME HEALTH CARE | Upland, CA
Benefits/Perks. Flexible Scheduling. Job Summary. We are looking for a Home Health Aide to join our team. We are looking for dependable, reliable and compa... more
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