Healthcare Social Workers Salary in Northeast Alabama

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northeast Alabama nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $58,120 -14.6% vs national
Median hourly $27.94
10th percentile $32,200
90th percentile $79,910
Employed locally 210
National median $68,090

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $32,200
    25th
    $44,560
    50th (median)
    $58,120
    75th
    $65,780
    90th
    $79,910

    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 Northeast Alabama

    OccupationMedian salary
    Child, Family, and School Social Workers$45,750
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors$61,940
    Social and Human Service Assistants$31,950
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors$45,570
    Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists$62,880
    Clergy$50,290

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Healthcare Social Workers make per hour in Northeast Alabama?

    The median hourly wage for Healthcare Social Workers in Northeast Alabama is $27.94, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $37.43 or more per hour.

    Is Northeast Alabama above or below average for Healthcare Social Workers salaries?

    The median Healthcare Social Workers salary in Northeast Alabama is 14.6% 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 Northeast Alabama?

    Entry-level Healthcare Social Workers (10th percentile) earn around $32,200 per year in Northeast Alabama. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $44,560.