Healthcare Social Workers Salary in Northeast Louisiana

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

Median annual salary $65,030 -4.5% vs national
Median hourly $31.26
10th percentile $41,600
90th percentile $86,320
Employed locally 40
National median $68,090

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $41,600
    25th
    $55,980
    50th (median)
    $65,030
    75th
    $80,010
    90th
    $86,320

    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 Louisiana

    OccupationMedian salary
    Community and Social Service Specialists, All Other $40,760
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors $49,330
    Counselors, All Other $44,480
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors $61,560
    Social and Human Service Assistants $28,000
    Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists $52,700

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Healthcare Social Workers in Northeast Louisiana is $31.26, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $37.69 or more per hour.

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

    The median Healthcare Social Workers salary in Northeast Louisiana is 4.5% 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 Louisiana?

    Entry-level Healthcare Social Workers (10th percentile) earn around $41,600 per year in Northeast Louisiana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $55,980.