Healthcare Social Workers Salary in Northeastern Pennsylvania

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northeastern Pennsylvania nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $63,330 -7% vs national
Median hourly $30.45
10th percentile $45,770
90th percentile $77,000
Employed locally 90
National median $68,090

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $45,770
    25th
    $57,500
    50th (median)
    $63,330
    75th
    $71,670
    90th
    $77,000

    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 Northeastern Pennsylvania

    OccupationMedian salary
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors $49,990
    Social and Human Service Assistants $42,600
    Child, Family, and School Social Workers $52,340
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors $63,270
    Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists $69,680
    Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers $46,850

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Healthcare Social Workers make per hour in Northeastern Pennsylvania?

    The median hourly wage for Healthcare Social Workers in Northeastern Pennsylvania is $30.45, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $38.24 or more per hour.

    Is Northeastern Pennsylvania above or below average for Healthcare Social Workers salaries?

    The median Healthcare Social Workers salary in Northeastern Pennsylvania is 7% 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 Northeastern Pennsylvania?

    Entry-level Healthcare Social Workers (10th percentile) earn around $45,770 per year in Northeastern Pennsylvania. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $57,500.