Child, Family, and School Social Workers Salary in Madison, WI

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Madison, WI

Median annual salary $61,380 +4.8% vs national
Median hourly $29.51
10th percentile $45,570
90th percentile $87,490
Employed locally 710
National median $58,570

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $45,570
    25th
    $50,620
    50th (median)
    $61,380
    75th
    $74,260
    90th
    $87,490

    Madison economic context

    Unemployment rate 2.40% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $86,827 2023 • Census ACS
    Child, Family, and School Social Workers salary vs area income 71% Median Child, Family, and School Social Workers salary is 29% below the area median household income

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Child, Family, and School Social Workers in Madison, WI is $29.51, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $43.74 or more per hour.

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

    The median Child, Family, and School Social Workers salary in Madison, WI is 4.8% 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 Madison?

    Entry-level Child, Family, and School Social Workers (10th percentile) earn around $45,570 per year in Madison, WI. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $50,620.