Child, Family, and School Social Workers Salary in Yakima, WA
BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Yakima, WA
Median annual salary
$70,400
+20.2% vs national
Median hourly
$33.84
10th percentile
$44,140
90th percentile
$92,600
Employed locally
420
National median
$58,570
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Yakima economic context
Unemployment rate
6.10%
2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
Median household income
$68,015
2023 • Census ACS
Child, Family, and School Social Workers salary vs area income
104%
Median Child, Family, and School Social Workers salary is 4% above the area median household income
Frequently asked questions
How much do Child, Family, and School Social Workers make per hour in Yakima?
The median hourly wage for Child, Family, and School Social Workers in Yakima, WA is $33.84, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $45.85 or more per hour.
Is Yakima above or below average for Child, Family, and School Social Workers salaries?
The median Child, Family, and School Social Workers salary in Yakima, WA is 20.2% 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 Yakima?
Entry-level Child, Family, and School Social Workers (10th percentile) earn around $44,140 per year in Yakima, WA. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $52,760.