Child, Family, and School Social Workers Salary in Western North Carolina

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Western North Carolina nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $53,940 -7.9% vs national
Median hourly $25.93
10th percentile $40,170
90th percentile $68,640
Employed locally 850
National median $58,570

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $40,170
    25th
    $47,190
    50th (median)
    $53,940
    75th
    $61,000
    90th
    $68,640

    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 Western North Carolina

    OccupationMedian salary
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors$52,220
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors$50,280
    Social and Human Service Assistants$43,510
    Rehabilitation Counselors$45,980
    Healthcare Social Workers$52,720
    Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers$50,470

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Child, Family, and School Social Workers make per hour in Western North Carolina?

    The median hourly wage for Child, Family, and School Social Workers in Western North Carolina is $25.93, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $32.04 or more per hour.

    Is Western North Carolina above or below average for Child, Family, and School Social Workers salaries?

    The median Child, Family, and School Social Workers salary in Western North Carolina is 7.9% 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 Western North Carolina?

    Entry-level Child, Family, and School Social Workers (10th percentile) earn around $40,170 per year in Western North Carolina. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $47,190.