Healthcare Social Workers Salary in North Central Tennessee

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

Median annual salary $59,100 -13.2% vs national
Median hourly $28.41
10th percentile $41,150
90th percentile $79,150
Employed locally 220
National median $68,090

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $41,150
    25th
    $45,900
    50th (median)
    $59,100
    75th
    $77,890
    90th
    $79,150

    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 North Central Tennessee

    OccupationMedian salary
    Child, Family, and School Social Workers $62,670
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors $43,660
    Social and Human Service Assistants $34,830
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors $55,000
    Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers $46,780
    Marriage and Family Therapists $45,040

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Healthcare Social Workers in North Central Tennessee is $28.41, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $38.16 or more per hour.

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

    The median Healthcare Social Workers salary in North Central Tennessee is 13.2% 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 North Central Tennessee?

    Entry-level Healthcare Social Workers (10th percentile) earn around $41,150 per year in North Central Tennessee. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $45,900.