Healthcare Social Workers Salary in Northern Indiana

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northern Indiana nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $60,130 -11.7% vs national
Median hourly $28.91
10th percentile $44,610
90th percentile $80,020
Employed locally 120
National median $68,090

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $44,610
    25th
    $49,420
    50th (median)
    $60,130
    75th
    $69,620
    90th
    $80,020

    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 Northern Indiana

    OccupationMedian salary
    Social and Human Service Assistants$40,160
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors$51,880
    Child, Family, and School Social Workers$50,470
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors$55,800
    Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers$55,860
    Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists$59,640

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Healthcare Social Workers make per hour in Northern Indiana?

    The median hourly wage for Healthcare Social Workers in Northern Indiana is $28.91, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $38.68 or more per hour.

    Is Northern Indiana above or below average for Healthcare Social Workers salaries?

    The median Healthcare Social Workers salary in Northern Indiana is 11.7% 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 Northern Indiana?

    Entry-level Healthcare Social Workers (10th percentile) earn around $44,610 per year in Northern Indiana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $49,420.