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

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

Median annual salary $47,430 -19% vs national
Median hourly $22.80
10th percentile $37,410
90th percentile $64,720
Employed locally 610
National median $58,570

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $37,410
    25th
    $43,990
    50th (median)
    $47,430
    75th
    $57,460
    90th
    $64,720

    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 Ohio

    OccupationMedian salary
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors$49,680
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors$67,090
    Social and Human Service Assistants$38,410
    Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers$43,770
    Healthcare Social Workers$60,180
    Rehabilitation Counselors$44,240

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Child, Family, and School Social Workers in Southern Ohio is $22.80, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $34.86 or more per hour.

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

    The median Child, Family, and School Social Workers salary in Southern Ohio is 19% 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 Ohio?

    Entry-level Child, Family, and School Social Workers (10th percentile) earn around $37,410 per year in Southern Ohio. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $43,990.