Personal Care Aide Salary in 2026
SOC: 31-1122.00 · BLS OEWS 2026 · Updated March 2026
Median Annual
N/A
per year
Salary Range
N/A
P10–P90
Total Jobs
N/A
employed
Job Growth
N/A
2024–2034
Section 01
How Much Do Personal Care Aides Make?
Section 05
How to Earn More as a Personal Care Aide
Union membership, additional certifications, and supervisory experience are the most reliable paths to higher earnings in this field.
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Section 06
Personal Care Aide Salary vs Similar Careers
| Career | Median salary |
|---|---|
| Personal Care Aidethis career | N/A |
| Social and Community Service Manager | $78,240 |
| Mental Health Counselor | N/A |
| Rehabilitation Counselor | $46,110 |
| Child, Family, and School Social Worker | $58,570 |
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Section 07
Frequently Asked Questions
SOC: 31-1122.00 · Data: BLS OEWS 2026, O*NET 29.1 · Salary figures are national medians unless otherwise noted.