Healthcare Social Workers Salary in Central Oregon

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

Median annual salary $79,220 +16.3% vs national
Median hourly $38.09
10th percentile $57,070
90th percentile $107,450
Employed locally 50
National median $68,090

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $57,070
    25th
    $61,020
    50th (median)
    $79,220
    75th
    $85,960
    90th
    $107,450

    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 Oregon

    OccupationMedian salary
    Social and Human Service Assistants$47,460
    Child, Family, and School Social Workers$58,860
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors$64,680
    Clergy$59,400
    Social Workers, All Other$60,930
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors$76,010

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Healthcare Social Workers in Central Oregon is $38.09, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $51.66 or more per hour.

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

    The median Healthcare Social Workers salary in Central Oregon is 16.3% above 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 Oregon?

    Entry-level Healthcare Social Workers (10th percentile) earn around $57,070 per year in Central Oregon. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $61,020.