Healthcare Social Workers Salary in Central Pennsylvania

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

Median annual salary $60,240 -11.5% vs national
Median hourly $28.96
10th percentile $46,050
90th percentile $77,420
Employed locally 190
National median $68,090

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $46,050
    25th
    $54,870
    50th (median)
    $60,240
    75th
    $65,820
    90th
    $77,420

    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 Pennsylvania

    OccupationMedian salary
    Social and Human Service Assistants $44,140
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors $50,080
    Child, Family, and School Social Workers $50,360
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors $61,770
    Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists $58,950
    Social Workers, All Other $46,060

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Healthcare Social Workers in Central Pennsylvania is $28.96, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $35.61 or more per hour.

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

    The median Healthcare Social Workers salary in Central Pennsylvania is 11.5% 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 Pennsylvania?

    Entry-level Healthcare Social Workers (10th percentile) earn around $46,050 per year in Central Pennsylvania. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $54,870.