Child, Family, and School Social Workers Salary in Central Missouri

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Central Missouri nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $46,070 -21.3% vs national
Median hourly $22.15
10th percentile $35,720
90th percentile $57,840
Employed locally 490
National median $58,570

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $35,720
    25th
    $42,800
    50th (median)
    $46,070
    75th
    $49,500
    90th
    $57,840

    Top-paying metros for Child, Family, and School Social Workers

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Trenton-Princeton, NJ $82,410
    Hartford-West Hartford-East Hartford, CT $80,280
    Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury, CT $79,840
    Norwich-New London-Willimantic, CT $78,950
    Connecticut $78,940
    District of Columbia $78,920

    Related occupations in Central Missouri

    OccupationMedian salary
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors $49,940
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors $59,880
    Social and Human Service Assistants $39,080
    Healthcare Social Workers $44,850
    Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers $45,010
    Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists $45,390

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Child, Family, and School Social Workers make per hour in Central Missouri?

    The median hourly wage for Child, Family, and School Social Workers in Central Missouri is $22.15, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $28.70 or more per hour.

    Is Central Missouri above or below average for Child, Family, and School Social Workers salaries?

    The median Child, Family, and School Social Workers salary in Central Missouri is 21.3% below the national median of $58,570. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Child, Family, and School Social Workers in Central Missouri?

    Entry-level Child, Family, and School Social Workers (10th percentile) earn around $35,720 per year in Central Missouri. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $42,800.