Healthcare Social Workers Salary in Northwest Iowa

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

Median annual salary $60,890 -10.6% vs national
Median hourly $29.28
10th percentile $48,210
90th percentile $78,010
Employed locally 110
National median $68,090

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $48,210
    25th
    $54,050
    50th (median)
    $60,890
    75th
    $68,150
    90th
    $78,010

    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 Iowa

    OccupationMedian salary
    Social and Human Service Assistants$40,580
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors$49,440
    Child, Family, and School Social Workers$50,480
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors$52,440
    Rehabilitation Counselors$35,890
    Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers$41,320

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Healthcare Social Workers in Northwest Iowa is $29.28, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $40.82 or more per hour.

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

    The median Healthcare Social Workers salary in Northwest Iowa is 10.6% 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 Iowa?

    Entry-level Healthcare Social Workers (10th percentile) earn around $48,210 per year in Northwest Iowa. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $54,050.