Home Health Aides in Elk City, OK
Trained help with personal care, mobility and daily routines at home, hired privately or through a Medicare-certified agency. Post what you need in Elk City for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Home Health Aides in Elk City, OK: the local picture
16 Medicare-certified home health agencies list Elk City ZIP codes in their service area; the highest-rated are below, and 4 of those list home health aide services. Agency aides are usually part of care a doctor orders. For help beyond those visits, families hire an aide directly.
Home health and personal care aides in Oklahoma earn a median $13.32 an hour (BLS, May 2025), with the middle half between $12.38 and $14.55.
Elk City has about 2,100 residents aged 65 or older, 34% of whom report a disability.
Elk City compared with Beckham County and Oklahoma
| Census figure | Elk City | Beckham County | Oklahoma |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 34% | 35% | 41% |
| Residents 65 or older | 18% | 15% | 16% |
| Residents 85 or older | 2.8% | 1.8% | 1.6% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 32% | 29% | 30% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 9.7% | 12% | 11% |
| Residents 5+ who speak a language other than English at home | 12% | 7.8% | 12% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $49,886 | $49,295 | — |
Older residents in towns around Elk City
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sayre, OK | 13 mi | 379 | 38% |
| New Cordell, OK | 26 mi | 452 | 31% |
| Clinton, OK | 27 mi | 1,177 | 36% |
| Hobart, OK | 32 mi | 602 | 47% |
| Mangum, OK | 36 mi | 437 | 40% |
| Weatherford, OK | 43 mi | 1,491 | 41% |
Medicare-certified home health agencies serving Elk City
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elara Caring Xxiv | Lawton, OK | 77 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy | (580) 510-8006 |
| Lifespring Home Care Of Sayre, LLC | Sayre, OK | 13 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, home health aides | (580) 928-2275 |
| Health Watch Health Care Of Altus, LLC | Altus, OK | 52 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, home health aides | (580) 379-9770 |
| Elara Caring Xxiii | Ada, OK | 160 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, home health aides | (580) 332-2720 |
| Great Plains Home Care | Elk City, OK | 1.5 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy | (580) 225-5656 |
| Triad Home Health LLC | Mangum, OK | 33 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, home health aides | (580) 782-5800 |
| Carter Healthcare Of Central Oklahoma, LLC | Oklahoma City, OK | 102 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy | (405) 947-7700 |
| Angels Care Home Health Of Oklahoma | Oklahoma City, OK | 106 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work | (405) 767-9555 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Elk City. Medicare (CMS) data, October 2026; call ahead to confirm. We are not affiliated with these providers.
What a home health aide can help with
- Bathing, grooming, dressing and toileting
- Transfers, walking and positioning
- Meals and help with eating
- Medication reminders
What home health aides costs in Elk City
At the Oklahoma median aide wage of $13.32 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,154 a month in wages, which is 28% of the $4,157 monthly median income of Elk City households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Oklahoma's minimum wage is $7.25 an hour (U.S. Department of Labor table, updated July 1, 2026).
Hiring directly, you agree the rate with the caregiver and usually become the household employer (U.S. Department of Labor rules). Some families qualify for programs that pay for care at home; see Medicaid programs for family caregivers: who can be paid, and the rules in 12 states.
What to know before hiring a home health aide
Federal rules require home health aides who work for Medicare-certified agencies to complete at least 75 hours of training, including 16 hours of supervised practical training, or pass a competency evaluation (42 CFR 484.80). Many states add their own requirements.
Questions worth asking: Where did you train, and can I see the certificate? Have you worked for a home health agency? Which transfers and equipment are you trained on? More in our home health aides guide.
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Home Health Aides in Elk City: common questions
Which home health agencies serve Elk City?
Medicare lists 16 certified agencies whose service area includes Elk City ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Elara Caring Xxiv (5 of 5), Lifespring Home Care Of Sayre, LLC (4.5 of 5), Health Watch Health Care Of Altus, LLC (4.5 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does home health aides cost in Elk City?
At the Oklahoma median aide wage of $13.32 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,154 a month in wages, which is 28% of the $4,157 monthly median income of Elk City households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Oklahoma's minimum wage is $7.25 an hour (U.S. Department of Labor table, updated July 1, 2026).
What is the difference between a home health aide and a CNA?
Both are trained in personal care. A certified nursing assistant (CNA) has passed a state exam and is on the state nurse aide registry, and often works in nursing homes and hospitals. A home health aide is trained for care in the home. Neither does skilled nursing.
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Home Health Aides in nearby cities
- Home Health Aides in Sayre, OK
- Home Health Aides in New Cordell, OK
- Home Health Aides in Clinton, OK
- Home Health Aides in Hobart, OK
- Home Health Aides in Mangum, OK
- Home Health Aides in Weatherford, OK
- Home Health Aides in Altus, OK
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Sources
Census ACS 2020–2024 5-year; CMS provider data (October 25, 2026); U.S. DOL state minimum wages (July 1, 2026); BLS OEWS May 2025 aide wages, which cover employed aides rather than private rates.
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