Healthcare Social Workers Salary in Eastern Sierra-Mother Lode Region of California

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Eastern Sierra-Mother Lode Region of California nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $69,460 +2% vs national
Median hourly $33.39
10th percentile $54,560
90th percentile $119,210
Employed locally 60
National median $68,090

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $54,560
    25th
    $59,700
    50th (median)
    $69,460
    75th
    $84,830
    90th
    $119,210

    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 Eastern Sierra-Mother Lode Region of California

    OccupationMedian salary
    Social and Human Service Assistants$45,800
    Child, Family, and School Social Workers$66,090
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors$60,720
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors$78,430
    Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists$109,290
    Community and Social Service Specialists, All Other$50,630

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Healthcare Social Workers make per hour in Eastern Sierra-Mother Lode Region of California?

    The median hourly wage for Healthcare Social Workers in Eastern Sierra-Mother Lode Region of California is $33.39, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $58.45 or more per hour.

    Is Eastern Sierra-Mother Lode Region of California above or below average for Healthcare Social Workers salaries?

    The median Healthcare Social Workers salary in Eastern Sierra-Mother Lode Region of California is 2% 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 Eastern Sierra-Mother Lode Region of California?

    Entry-level Healthcare Social Workers (10th percentile) earn around $54,560 per year in Eastern Sierra-Mother Lode Region of California. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $59,700.