Child, Family, and School Social Workers Salary in Southwestern Pennsylvania

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southwestern Pennsylvania nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $44,610 -23.8% vs national
Median hourly $21.45
10th percentile $34,810
90th percentile $62,940
Employed locally 660
National median $58,570

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $34,810
    25th
    $39,010
    50th (median)
    $44,610
    75th
    $51,660
    90th
    $62,940

    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 Southwestern Pennsylvania

    OccupationMedian salary
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors$52,430
    Social and Human Service Assistants$39,050
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors$61,460
    Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists$62,440
    Community and Social Service Specialists, All Other$48,120
    Healthcare Social Workers$60,410

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Child, Family, and School Social Workers make per hour in Southwestern Pennsylvania?

    The median hourly wage for Child, Family, and School Social Workers in Southwestern Pennsylvania is $21.45, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $31.68 or more per hour.

    Is Southwestern Pennsylvania above or below average for Child, Family, and School Social Workers salaries?

    The median Child, Family, and School Social Workers salary in Southwestern Pennsylvania 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 Southwestern Pennsylvania?

    Entry-level Child, Family, and School Social Workers (10th percentile) earn around $34,810 per year in Southwestern Pennsylvania. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $39,010.