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

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

Median annual salary $58,890 +0.5% vs national
Median hourly $28.31
10th percentile $44,460
90th percentile $77,850
Employed locally 140
National median $58,570

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $44,460
    25th
    $47,640
    50th (median)
    $58,890
    75th
    $70,970
    90th
    $77,850

    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 Virginia

    OccupationMedian salary
    Social and Human Service Assistants $38,000
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors $61,630
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors $59,210
    Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists $47,760
    Healthcare Social Workers $59,350
    Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers $47,880

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Child, Family, and School Social Workers in Northeast Virginia is $28.31, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $38.85 or more per hour.

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

    The median Child, Family, and School Social Workers salary in Northeast Virginia is 0.5% 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 Northeast Virginia?

    Entry-level Child, Family, and School Social Workers (10th percentile) earn around $44,460 per year in Northeast Virginia. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $47,640.