Child, Family, and School Social Workers Salary in Northeastern Pennsylvania

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northeastern Pennsylvania nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $52,340 -10.6% vs national
Median hourly $25.17
10th percentile $37,420
90th percentile $86,850
Employed locally 430
National median $58,570

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $37,420
    25th
    $41,290
    50th (median)
    $52,340
    75th
    $66,960
    90th
    $86,850

    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 Northeastern Pennsylvania

    OccupationMedian salary
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors$49,990
    Social and Human Service Assistants$42,600
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors$63,270
    Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists$69,680
    Healthcare Social Workers$63,330
    Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers$46,850

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Child, Family, and School Social Workers in Northeastern Pennsylvania is $25.17, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $40.94 or more per hour.

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

    The median Child, Family, and School Social Workers salary in Northeastern Pennsylvania is 10.6% 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 Northeastern Pennsylvania?

    Entry-level Child, Family, and School Social Workers (10th percentile) earn around $37,420 per year in Northeastern Pennsylvania. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $41,290.