Child, Family, and School Social Workers Salary in Connecticut

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Connecticut nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $77,760 +32.8% vs national
Median hourly $37.38
10th percentile $45,560
90th percentile $107,790
Employed locally 210
National median $58,570

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $45,560
    25th
    $64,950
    50th (median)
    $77,760
    75th
    $98,060
    90th
    $107,790

    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 Connecticut

    OccupationMedian salary
    Social and Human Service Assistants $46,740
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors $63,430
    Rehabilitation Counselors $42,800
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors $67,900
    Healthcare Social Workers $71,940
    Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers $70,920

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Child, Family, and School Social Workers in Connecticut is $37.38, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $50.90 or more per hour.

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

    The median Child, Family, and School Social Workers salary in Connecticut is 32.8% above 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 Connecticut?

    Entry-level Child, Family, and School Social Workers (10th percentile) earn around $45,560 per year in Connecticut. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $64,950.