Healthcare Social Workers Salary in East Arkansas

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • East Arkansas nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $64,430 -5.4% vs national
Median hourly $30.98
10th percentile $37,100
90th percentile $72,470
Employed locally 70
National median $68,090

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $37,100
    25th
    $46,430
    50th (median)
    $64,430
    75th
    $66,240
    90th
    $72,470

    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 East Arkansas

    OccupationMedian salary
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors$49,460
    Social and Human Service Assistants$35,330
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors$56,340
    Child, Family, and School Social Workers$38,680
    Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers$64,520
    Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists$44,530

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Healthcare Social Workers make per hour in East Arkansas?

    The median hourly wage for Healthcare Social Workers in East Arkansas is $30.98, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $36.37 or more per hour.

    Is East Arkansas above or below average for Healthcare Social Workers salaries?

    The median Healthcare Social Workers salary in East Arkansas is 5.4% 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 East Arkansas?

    Entry-level Healthcare Social Workers (10th percentile) earn around $37,100 per year in East Arkansas. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $46,430.