Child, Family, and School Social Workers Salary in South Florida

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

Median annual salary $52,680 -10.1% vs national
Median hourly $25.33
10th percentile $36,560
90th percentile $96,160
Employed locally 110
National median $58,570

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $36,560
    25th
    $42,790
    50th (median)
    $52,680
    75th
    $70,000
    90th
    $96,160

    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 Florida

    OccupationMedian salary
    Social and Human Service Assistants $40,010
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors $54,520
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors $55,560
    Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists $53,600
    Rehabilitation Counselors $36,630
    Social Workers, All Other $51,360

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Child, Family, and School Social Workers in South Florida is $25.33, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $43.27 or more per hour.

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

    The median Child, Family, and School Social Workers salary in South Florida is 10.1% 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 South Florida?

    Entry-level Child, Family, and School Social Workers (10th percentile) earn around $36,560 per year in South Florida. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $42,790.