Healthcare Social Workers Salary in Northeast Virginia

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

Median annual salary $59,350 -12.8% vs national
Median hourly $28.53
10th percentile $39,660
90th percentile $73,550
Employed locally 60
National median $68,090

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $39,660
    25th
    $46,580
    50th (median)
    $59,350
    75th
    $62,990
    90th
    $73,550

    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 Virginia

    OccupationMedian salary
    Child, Family, and School Social Workers $58,890
    Social and Human Service Assistants $38,000
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors $61,630
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors $59,210
    Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists $47,760
    Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers $47,880

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Healthcare Social Workers in Northeast Virginia is $28.53, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $39.62 or more per hour.

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

    The median Healthcare Social Workers salary in Northeast Virginia is 12.8% 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 Northeast Virginia?

    Entry-level Healthcare Social Workers (10th percentile) earn around $39,660 per year in Northeast Virginia. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $46,580.