Child, Family, and School Social Workers Salary in East Kentucky

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

Median annual salary $53,470 -8.7% vs national
Median hourly $25.71
10th percentile $38,290
90th percentile $71,680
Employed locally 960
National median $58,570

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $38,290
    25th
    $45,180
    50th (median)
    $53,470
    75th
    $63,130
    90th
    $71,680

    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 Kentucky

    OccupationMedian salary
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors$46,100
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors$60,320
    Social and Human Service Assistants$34,960
    Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers$37,500
    Healthcare Social Workers$49,980
    Rehabilitation Counselors$63,190

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Child, Family, and School Social Workers in East Kentucky is $25.71, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $35.50 or more per hour.

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

    The median Child, Family, and School Social Workers salary in East Kentucky is 8.7% 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 Kentucky?

    Entry-level Child, Family, and School Social Workers (10th percentile) earn around $38,290 per year in East Kentucky. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $45,180.