Child, Family, and School Social Workers Salary in Southeast Missouri

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southeast Missouri nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $46,070 -21.3% vs national
Median hourly $22.15
10th percentile $34,210
90th percentile $57,840
Employed locally 750
National median $58,570

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $34,210
    25th
    $39,420
    50th (median)
    $46,070
    75th
    $50,130
    90th
    $57,840

    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 Southeast Missouri

    OccupationMedian salary
    Social and Human Service Assistants $36,540
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors $50,530
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors $45,840
    Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists $45,390
    Healthcare Social Workers $48,520
    Community Health Workers $45,550

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Child, Family, and School Social Workers in Southeast Missouri is $22.15, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $28.70 or more per hour.

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

    The median Child, Family, and School Social Workers salary in Southeast Missouri is 21.3% 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 Southeast Missouri?

    Entry-level Child, Family, and School Social Workers (10th percentile) earn around $34,210 per year in Southeast Missouri. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $39,420.