Healthcare Social Workers Salary in Central Louisiana

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

Median annual salary $62,500 -8.2% vs national
Median hourly $30.05
10th percentile $42,810
90th percentile $86,320
Employed locally 70
National median $68,090

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $42,810
    25th
    $59,440
    50th (median)
    $62,500
    75th
    $76,700
    90th
    $86,320

    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 Louisiana

    OccupationMedian salary
    Community and Social Service Specialists, All Other$38,120
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors$65,090
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors$36,640
    Social and Human Service Assistants$28,090
    Counselors, All Other$41,340
    Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists$58,270

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Healthcare Social Workers in Central Louisiana is $30.05, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $36.93 or more per hour.

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

    The median Healthcare Social Workers salary in Central Louisiana is 8.2% 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 Louisiana?

    Entry-level Healthcare Social Workers (10th percentile) earn around $42,810 per year in Central Louisiana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $59,440.