Community health worker education and training: Medicaid rates by state
5 states publish a Medicaid rate for community health worker education and training. Per hour, rates range from — in Michigan to $39.50 in New Mexico.
- States
- 5
- Median per hour
- $36.20
- Highest
- $39.50New Mexico
- Lowest
- —Michigan
Every state, ranked
| # | State | Rate | Unit | Per hour | Effective | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | New MexicoAny qualified provider (rate does not vary by provider) | $19.75 | 30 min | $39.50 | 2025-01-01 | Official source |
| 2 | New YorkAny qualified provider (rate does not vary by provider) | $16.45 | 30 min | $32.90 | 2024-02-01 | Official source |
| 3 | WashingtonAny qualified provider (rate does not vary by provider) | $23.74 | — | — | 2026-01-01 | Official source |
| 4 | ArizonaAny qualified provider (rate does not vary by provider) | $12.59 | — | — | 2025-10-01 | Official source |
| 5 | MichiganAny qualified provider (rate does not vary by provider) | $5.23 | one 15-minute unit | — | 2024-01-01 | Official source |
Frequently asked questions
Which state pays the most for community health worker education and training?
New Mexico: $19.75 per 30 min ($39.50 per hour).
What is the average Medicaid rate for community health worker education and training?
Across 5 states the median is $36.20 per hour, comparing the same provider level in each state.
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