As of September 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Personal Care Assistant in the US is $36,814, equivalent to $18 per hour, $708 weekly, or $3,068 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Personal Care Assistant in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Personal Care Assistant in the US vary widely, spanning from $30,134 to $40,710. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($33,318) and 75th percentile ($38,854), while top earners (90th percentile) make $40,710 per year. This $5,536 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Commitment or Housekeeping, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, District of Columbia Personal Care Assistant often earn 10.7% above national averages due to demand from Fortune 25 companies and industry startups. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Personal Care Assistant Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Personal Care Assistant Salary $30,134 US September 01, 2026
25th Percentile Personal Care Assistant Salary $33,318 US September 01, 2026
50th Percentile Personal Care Assistant Salary $36,814 US September 01, 2026
75th Percentile Personal Care Assistant Salary $38,854 US September 01, 2026
90th Percentile Personal Care Assistant Salary $40,710 US September 01, 2026
25% $33,318 10% $30,134 90% $40,710 75% $38,854 $36,814 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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