Healthcare Social Workers Salary in Northwest Minnesota

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

Median annual salary $69,370 +1.9% vs national
Median hourly $33.35
10th percentile $52,970
90th percentile $86,440
Employed locally 130
National median $68,090

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $52,970
    25th
    $59,110
    50th (median)
    $69,370
    75th
    $74,450
    90th
    $86,440

    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 Minnesota

    OccupationMedian salary
    Child, Family, and School Social Workers$66,560
    Social and Human Service Assistants$47,670
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors$57,300
    Social Workers, All Other$75,670
    Rehabilitation Counselors$42,680
    Community and Social Service Specialists, All Other$51,130

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Healthcare Social Workers in Northwest Minnesota is $33.35, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $41.69 or more per hour.

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

    The median Healthcare Social Workers salary in Northwest Minnesota is 1.9% above 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 Minnesota?

    Entry-level Healthcare Social Workers (10th percentile) earn around $52,970 per year in Northwest Minnesota. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $59,110.