Child, Family, and School Social Workers Salary in Massachusetts

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Massachusetts nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $48,690 -16.9% vs national
Median hourly $23.41
10th percentile $41,100
90th percentile $82,170
Employed locally 120
National median $58,570

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $41,100
    25th
    $42,440
    50th (median)
    $48,690
    75th
    $63,310
    90th
    $82,170

    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 Massachusetts

    OccupationMedian salary
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors$61,720
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors$79,850
    Healthcare Social Workers$57,970
    Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers$63,190
    Social and Human Service Assistants$47,700
    Community Health Workers$46,990

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Child, Family, and School Social Workers in Massachusetts is $23.41, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $47.35 or more per hour.

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

    The median Child, Family, and School Social Workers salary in Massachusetts is 16.9% 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 Massachusetts?

    Entry-level Child, Family, and School Social Workers (10th percentile) earn around $41,100 per year in Massachusetts. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $42,440.