Child, Family, and School Social Workers Salary in Southwest Alabama

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southwest Alabama nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $44,650 -23.8% vs national
Median hourly $21.47
10th percentile $35,590
90th percentile $67,070
Employed locally 200
National median $58,570

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $35,590
    25th
    $38,530
    50th (median)
    $44,650
    75th
    $54,280
    90th
    $67,070

    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 Southwest Alabama

    OccupationMedian salary
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors $59,390
    Social and Human Service Assistants $29,550
    Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists $44,970
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors $44,350
    Clergy $49,800
    Healthcare Social Workers $45,090

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Child, Family, and School Social Workers make per hour in Southwest Alabama?

    The median hourly wage for Child, Family, and School Social Workers in Southwest Alabama is $21.47, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $33.17 or more per hour.

    Is Southwest Alabama above or below average for Child, Family, and School Social Workers salaries?

    The median Child, Family, and School Social Workers salary in Southwest Alabama is 23.8% 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 Southwest Alabama?

    Entry-level Child, Family, and School Social Workers (10th percentile) earn around $35,590 per year in Southwest Alabama. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $38,530.