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

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

Median annual salary $61,500 +5% vs national
Median hourly $29.57
10th percentile $43,360
90th percentile $77,340
Employed locally 250
National median $58,570

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $43,360
    25th
    $52,080
    50th (median)
    $61,500
    75th
    $70,270
    90th
    $77,340

    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 Tennessee

    OccupationMedian salary
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors $54,380
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors $47,090
    Social and Human Service Assistants $37,810
    Healthcare Social Workers $56,240
    Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists $58,010
    Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers $45,640

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Child, Family, and School Social Workers in East Tennessee is $29.57, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $37.18 or more per hour.

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

    The median Child, Family, and School Social Workers salary in East Tennessee is 5% 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 East Tennessee?

    Entry-level Child, Family, and School Social Workers (10th percentile) earn around $43,360 per year in East Tennessee. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $52,080.