Child, Family, and School Social Workers Salary in Southern Indiana

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southern Indiana nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $50,470 -13.8% vs national
Median hourly $24.27
10th percentile $36,800
90th percentile $67,940
Employed locally 500
National median $58,570

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $36,800
    25th
    $45,740
    50th (median)
    $50,470
    75th
    $54,990
    90th
    $67,940

    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 Southern Indiana

    OccupationMedian salary
    Social and Human Service Assistants $37,350
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors $51,070
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors $54,810
    Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers $45,790
    Healthcare Social Workers $61,470
    Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists $59,440

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Child, Family, and School Social Workers in Southern Indiana is $24.27, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $32.77 or more per hour.

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

    The median Child, Family, and School Social Workers salary in Southern Indiana is 13.8% 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 Southern Indiana?

    Entry-level Child, Family, and School Social Workers (10th percentile) earn around $36,800 per year in Southern Indiana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $45,740.