Healthcare Social Workers Salary in Northeast Nebraska

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

Median annual salary $56,830 -16.5% vs national
Median hourly $27.32
10th percentile $43,920
90th percentile $73,460
Employed locally 90
National median $68,090

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $43,920
    25th
    $46,030
    50th (median)
    $56,830
    75th
    $63,230
    90th
    $73,460

    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 Nebraska

    OccupationMedian salary
    Child, Family, and School Social Workers$45,620
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors$62,060
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors$64,930
    Social and Human Service Assistants$39,440
    Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers$43,990
    Clergy$50,900

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Healthcare Social Workers in Northeast Nebraska is $27.32, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $37.20 or more per hour.

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

    The median Healthcare Social Workers salary in Northeast Nebraska is 16.5% 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 Nebraska?

    Entry-level Healthcare Social Workers (10th percentile) earn around $43,920 per year in Northeast Nebraska. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $46,030.