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

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

Median annual salary $50,360 -14% vs national
Median hourly $24.21
10th percentile $38,810
90th percentile $70,550
Employed locally 560
National median $58,570

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $38,810
    25th
    $43,300
    50th (median)
    $50,360
    75th
    $62,150
    90th
    $70,550

    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 Pennsylvania

    OccupationMedian salary
    Social and Human Service Assistants $44,140
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors $50,080
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors $61,770
    Healthcare Social Workers $60,240
    Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists $58,950
    Social Workers, All Other $46,060

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Child, Family, and School Social Workers in Central Pennsylvania is $24.21, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $34.39 or more per hour.

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

    The median Child, Family, and School Social Workers salary in Central Pennsylvania is 14% 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 Pennsylvania?

    Entry-level Child, Family, and School Social Workers (10th percentile) earn around $38,810 per year in Central Pennsylvania. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $43,300.