Healthcare Social Workers Salary in Northwest Nebraska

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

Median annual salary $54,350 -20.2% vs national
Median hourly $26.13
10th percentile $42,260
90th percentile $74,270
Employed locally 40
National median $68,090

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $42,260
    25th
    $47,090
    50th (median)
    $54,350
    75th
    $68,860
    90th
    $74,270

    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 Nebraska

    OccupationMedian salary
    Child, Family, and School Social Workers$45,700
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors$69,390
    Social and Human Service Assistants$36,700
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors$65,340
    Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers$37,730

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Healthcare Social Workers in Northwest Nebraska is $26.13, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $39.24 or more per hour.

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

    The median Healthcare Social Workers salary in Northwest Nebraska is 20.2% 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 Nebraska?

    Entry-level Healthcare Social Workers (10th percentile) earn around $42,260 per year in Northwest Nebraska. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $47,090.