Healthcare Social Workers Salary in Northern Michigan

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

Median annual salary $62,460 -8.3% vs national
Median hourly $30.03
10th percentile $47,490
90th percentile $79,490
Employed locally 70
National median $68,090

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $47,490
    25th
    $51,870
    50th (median)
    $62,460
    75th
    $69,910
    90th
    $79,490

    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 Michigan

    OccupationMedian salary
    Child, Family, and School Social Workers $58,050
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors $63,100
    Social and Human Service Assistants $38,730
    Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers $59,430
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors $59,970
    Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists $61,910

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Healthcare Social Workers in Northern Michigan is $30.03, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $36.62 or more per hour.

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

    The median Healthcare Social Workers salary in Northern Michigan is 8.3% 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 Michigan?

    Entry-level Healthcare Social Workers (10th percentile) earn around $47,490 per year in Northern Michigan. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $51,870.