Healthcare Social Workers Salary in Maryland

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Maryland nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $65,480 -3.8% vs national
Median hourly $31.48
10th percentile $37,040
90th percentile $86,440
Employed locally 250
National median $68,090

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $37,040
    25th
    $45,750
    50th (median)
    $65,480
    75th
    $78,280
    90th
    $86,440

    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 Maryland

    OccupationMedian salary
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors$62,050
    Child, Family, and School Social Workers$63,940
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors$63,690
    Rehabilitation Counselors$37,120
    Social and Human Service Assistants$43,120
    Community and Social Service Specialists, All Other$45,510

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Healthcare Social Workers make per hour in Maryland?

    The median hourly wage for Healthcare Social Workers in Maryland is $31.48, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $43.47 or more per hour.

    Is Maryland above or below average for Healthcare Social Workers salaries?

    The median Healthcare Social Workers salary in Maryland is 3.8% 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 Maryland?

    Entry-level Healthcare Social Workers (10th percentile) earn around $37,040 per year in Maryland. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $45,750.