Child, Family, and School Social Workers Salary in Riverside, CA

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario, CA

Median annual salary $64,270 +9.7% vs national
Median hourly $30.90
10th percentile $41,500
90th percentile $97,430
Employed locally 5,270
National median $58,570

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $41,500
    25th
    $49,950
    50th (median)
    $64,270
    75th
    $76,250
    90th
    $97,430

    Riverside economic context

    Unemployment rate 5.20% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $86,031 2023 • Census ACS
    Child, Family, and School Social Workers salary vs area income 75% Median Child, Family, and School Social Workers salary is 25% below the area median household income

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Child, Family, and School Social Workers in Riverside, CA is $30.90, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $45.01 or more per hour.

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

    The median Child, Family, and School Social Workers salary in Riverside, CA is 9.7% 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 Riverside?

    Entry-level Child, Family, and School Social Workers (10th percentile) earn around $41,500 per year in Riverside, CA. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $49,950.