Healthcare Social Workers Salary in Central Indiana

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Central Indiana nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $60,390 -11.3% vs national
Median hourly $29.03
10th percentile $49,030
90th percentile $80,020
Employed locally 140
National median $68,090

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $49,030
    25th
    $56,980
    50th (median)
    $60,390
    75th
    $71,000
    90th
    $80,020

    Top-paying metros for Healthcare Social Workers

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Napa, CA $141,490
    San Luis Obispo-Paso Robles, CA $132,790
    Vallejo, CA $115,930
    Santa Rosa-Petaluma, CA $114,480
    Chico, CA $110,030
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $106,000

    Related occupations in Central Indiana

    OccupationMedian salary
    Social and Human Service Assistants$39,580
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors$51,940
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors$53,900
    Child, Family, and School Social Workers$50,470
    Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists$56,760
    Rehabilitation Counselors$42,670

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Healthcare Social Workers make per hour in Central Indiana?

    The median hourly wage for Healthcare Social Workers in Central Indiana is $29.03, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $38.56 or more per hour.

    Is Central Indiana above or below average for Healthcare Social Workers salaries?

    The median Healthcare Social Workers salary in Central Indiana is 11.3% below the national median of $68,090. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Healthcare Social Workers in Central Indiana?

    Entry-level Healthcare Social Workers (10th percentile) earn around $49,030 per year in Central Indiana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $56,980.