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

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

Median annual salary $63,000 +7.6% vs national
Median hourly $30.29
10th percentile $44,060
90th percentile $82,090
Employed locally 590
National median $58,570

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $44,060
    25th
    $52,620
    50th (median)
    $63,000
    75th
    $73,780
    90th
    $82,090

    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 Michigan

    OccupationMedian salary
    Social and Human Service Assistants $37,880
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors $58,360
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors $64,600
    Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers $65,120
    Healthcare Social Workers $63,530
    Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists $74,610

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Child, Family, and School Social Workers in Southern Michigan is $30.29, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $40.00 or more per hour.

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

    The median Child, Family, and School Social Workers salary in Southern Michigan is 7.6% 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 Southern Michigan?

    Entry-level Child, Family, and School Social Workers (10th percentile) earn around $44,060 per year in Southern Michigan. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $52,620.