Child, Family, and School Social Workers Salary in Northern Michigan

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northern Michigan nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $58,050 -0.9% vs national
Median hourly $27.91
10th percentile $42,960
90th percentile $73,780
Employed locally 640
National median $58,570

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $42,960
    25th
    $44,500
    50th (median)
    $58,050
    75th
    $66,810
    90th
    $73,780

    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 Northern Michigan

    OccupationMedian salary
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors $63,100
    Social and Human Service Assistants $38,730
    Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers $59,430
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors $59,970
    Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists $61,910
    Community and Social Service Specialists, All Other $44,910

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Child, Family, and School Social Workers in Northern Michigan is $27.91, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $37.24 or more per hour.

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

    The median Child, Family, and School Social Workers salary in Northern Michigan is 0.9% 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 Northern Michigan?

    Entry-level Child, Family, and School Social Workers (10th percentile) earn around $42,960 per year in Northern Michigan. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $44,500.