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

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

Median annual salary $53,390 -8.8% vs national
Median hourly $25.67
10th percentile $39,220
90th percentile $77,090
Employed locally 170
National median $58,570

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $39,220
    25th
    $46,620
    50th (median)
    $53,390
    75th
    $67,200
    90th
    $77,090

    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 Northwest Virginia

    OccupationMedian salary
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors$58,750
    Social and Human Service Assistants$36,870
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors$51,510
    Healthcare Social Workers$60,070
    Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers$58,000
    Clergy$56,170

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Child, Family, and School Social Workers in Northwest Virginia is $25.67, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $38.48 or more per hour.

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

    The median Child, Family, and School Social Workers salary in Northwest Virginia is 8.8% 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 Northwest Virginia?

    Entry-level Child, Family, and School Social Workers (10th percentile) earn around $39,220 per year in Northwest Virginia. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $46,620.