Child, Family, and School Social Workers Salary in South Central Wisconsin

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • South Central Wisconsin nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $62,070 +6% vs national
Median hourly $29.84
10th percentile $45,630
90th percentile $74,290
Employed locally 410
National median $58,570

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $45,630
    25th
    $50,090
    50th (median)
    $62,070
    75th
    $66,830
    90th
    $74,290

    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 South Central Wisconsin

    OccupationMedian salary
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors $63,810
    Social and Human Service Assistants $53,370
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors $60,610
    Healthcare Social Workers $60,680
    Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers $62,650
    Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists $60,470

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Child, Family, and School Social Workers make per hour in South Central Wisconsin?

    The median hourly wage for Child, Family, and School Social Workers in South Central Wisconsin is $29.84, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $37.04 or more per hour.

    Is South Central Wisconsin above or below average for Child, Family, and School Social Workers salaries?

    The median Child, Family, and School Social Workers salary in South Central Wisconsin is 6% 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 South Central Wisconsin?

    Entry-level Child, Family, and School Social Workers (10th percentile) earn around $45,630 per year in South Central Wisconsin. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $50,090.