Healthcare Social Workers Salary in Central Kentucky

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

Median annual salary $58,670 -13.8% vs national
Median hourly $28.21
10th percentile $40,090
90th percentile $82,600
Employed locally 160
National median $68,090

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $40,090
    25th
    $44,720
    50th (median)
    $58,670
    75th
    $71,830
    90th
    $82,600

    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 Kentucky

    OccupationMedian salary
    Child, Family, and School Social Workers $57,390
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors $49,100
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors $59,230
    Social and Human Service Assistants $36,700
    Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists $57,870
    Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers $45,330

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Healthcare Social Workers in Central Kentucky is $28.21, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $37.87 or more per hour.

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

    The median Healthcare Social Workers salary in Central Kentucky is 13.8% 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 Kentucky?

    Entry-level Healthcare Social Workers (10th percentile) earn around $40,090 per year in Central Kentucky. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $44,720.