Child, Family, and School Social Workers Salary in East Central Illinois

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

Median annual salary $54,080 -7.7% vs national
Median hourly $26.00
10th percentile $37,190
90th percentile $89,990
Employed locally 410
National median $58,570

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $37,190
    25th
    $46,680
    50th (median)
    $54,080
    75th
    $70,200
    90th
    $89,990

    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 East Central Illinois

    OccupationMedian salary
    Social and Human Service Assistants $42,850
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors $47,830
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors $57,120
    Rehabilitation Counselors $50,300
    Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists $79,190
    Social Workers, All Other $61,590

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Child, Family, and School Social Workers in East Central Illinois is $26.00, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $46.15 or more per hour.

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

    The median Child, Family, and School Social Workers salary in East Central Illinois is 7.7% 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 East Central Illinois?

    Entry-level Child, Family, and School Social Workers (10th percentile) earn around $37,190 per year in East Central Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $46,680.