Child, Family, and School Social Workers Salary in Northeast Iowa

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northeast Iowa nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $50,380 -14% vs national
Median hourly $24.22
10th percentile $42,300
90th percentile $85,080
Employed locally 220
National median $58,570

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $42,300
    25th
    $44,880
    50th (median)
    $50,380
    75th
    $73,940
    90th
    $85,080

    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 Northeast Iowa

    OccupationMedian salary
    Social and Human Service Assistants$38,340
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors$51,140
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors$60,640
    Rehabilitation Counselors$36,080
    Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers$43,550
    Healthcare Social Workers$61,170

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Child, Family, and School Social Workers in Northeast Iowa is $24.22, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $38.44 or more per hour.

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

    The median Child, Family, and School Social Workers salary in Northeast Iowa is 14% 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 Northeast Iowa?

    Entry-level Child, Family, and School Social Workers (10th percentile) earn around $42,300 per year in Northeast Iowa. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $44,880.