Healthcare Social Workers Salary in Northwestern Pennsylvania

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northwestern Pennsylvania nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $56,140 -17.6% vs national
Median hourly $26.99
10th percentile $35,280
90th percentile $73,260
Employed locally 140
National median $68,090

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $35,280
    25th
    $48,210
    50th (median)
    $56,140
    75th
    $61,440
    90th
    $73,260

    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 Northwestern Pennsylvania

    OccupationMedian salary
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors $55,910
    Social and Human Service Assistants $40,990
    Child, Family, and School Social Workers $46,480
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors $62,480
    Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists $56,440
    Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers $46,370

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Healthcare Social Workers make per hour in Northwestern Pennsylvania?

    The median hourly wage for Healthcare Social Workers in Northwestern Pennsylvania is $26.99, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $35.09 or more per hour.

    Is Northwestern Pennsylvania above or below average for Healthcare Social Workers salaries?

    The median Healthcare Social Workers salary in Northwestern Pennsylvania is 17.6% 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 Northwestern Pennsylvania?

    Entry-level Healthcare Social Workers (10th percentile) earn around $35,280 per year in Northwestern Pennsylvania. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $48,210.