Healthcare Social Workers Salary in Northwest Illinois

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northwest Illinois nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $61,830 -9.2% vs national
Median hourly $29.73
10th percentile $39,400
90th percentile $73,250
Employed locally 90
National median $68,090

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $39,400
    25th
    $40,470
    50th (median)
    $61,830
    75th
    $67,270
    90th
    $73,250

    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 Northwest Illinois

    OccupationMedian salary
    Child, Family, and School Social Workers $50,130
    Social and Human Service Assistants $42,550
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors $52,320
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors $60,200
    Rehabilitation Counselors $51,270
    Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists $62,370

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Healthcare Social Workers make per hour in Northwest Illinois?

    The median hourly wage for Healthcare Social Workers in Northwest Illinois is $29.73, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $37.44 or more per hour.

    Is Northwest Illinois above or below average for Healthcare Social Workers salaries?

    The median Healthcare Social Workers salary in Northwest Illinois is 9.2% 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 Northwest Illinois?

    Entry-level Healthcare Social Workers (10th percentile) earn around $39,400 per year in Northwest Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $40,470.