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

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

Median annual salary $62,940 +7.5% vs national
Median hourly $30.26
10th percentile $45,240
90th percentile $87,860
Employed locally 300
National median $58,570

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $45,240
    25th
    $56,350
    50th (median)
    $62,940
    75th
    $79,580
    90th
    $87,860

    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 Minnesota

    OccupationMedian salary
    Social and Human Service Assistants$48,690
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors$54,160
    Social Workers, All Other$75,240
    Marriage and Family Therapists$73,990
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors$63,540
    Community and Social Service Specialists, All Other$45,970

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Child, Family, and School Social Workers in Southwest Minnesota is $30.26, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $40.79 or more per hour.

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

    The median Child, Family, and School Social Workers salary in Southwest Minnesota is 7.5% 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 Southwest Minnesota?

    Entry-level Child, Family, and School Social Workers (10th percentile) earn around $45,240 per year in Southwest Minnesota. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $56,350.