Child, Family, and School Social Workers Salary in Eastern New Mexico

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Eastern New Mexico nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $51,520 -12% vs national
Median hourly $24.77
10th percentile $35,730
90th percentile $103,310
Employed locally 530
National median $58,570

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $35,730
    25th
    $44,240
    50th (median)
    $51,520
    75th
    $71,280
    90th
    $103,310

    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 Eastern New Mexico

    OccupationMedian salary
    Social and Human Service Assistants$44,850
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors$75,140
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors$73,470
    Healthcare Social Workers$57,430
    Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers$68,370
    Health Education Specialists$60,880

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Child, Family, and School Social Workers make per hour in Eastern New Mexico?

    The median hourly wage for Child, Family, and School Social Workers in Eastern New Mexico is $24.77, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $46.95 or more per hour.

    Is Eastern New Mexico above or below average for Child, Family, and School Social Workers salaries?

    The median Child, Family, and School Social Workers salary in Eastern New Mexico is 12% 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 Eastern New Mexico?

    Entry-level Child, Family, and School Social Workers (10th percentile) earn around $35,730 per year in Eastern New Mexico. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $44,240.