Child, Family, and School Social Workers Salary in Southwest New York

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

Median annual salary $59,900 +2.3% vs national
Median hourly $28.80
10th percentile $46,130
90th percentile $78,200
Employed locally 600
National median $58,570

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $46,130
    25th
    $51,510
    50th (median)
    $59,900
    75th
    $67,560
    90th
    $78,200

    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 New York

    OccupationMedian salary
    Social and Human Service Assistants $41,410
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors $56,880
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors $50,820
    Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers $65,860
    Healthcare Social Workers $56,180
    Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists $73,290

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Child, Family, and School Social Workers in Southwest New York is $28.80, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $37.91 or more per hour.

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

    The median Child, Family, and School Social Workers salary in Southwest New York is 2.3% 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 New York?

    Entry-level Child, Family, and School Social Workers (10th percentile) earn around $46,130 per year in Southwest New York. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $51,510.