Healthcare Social Workers Salary in Portland, ME

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Portland-South Portland, ME

Median annual salary $74,000 +8.7% vs national
Median hourly $35.58
10th percentile $59,820
90th percentile $87,400
Employed locally 260
National median $68,090

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $59,820
    25th
    $66,910
    50th (median)
    $74,000
    75th
    $78,320
    90th
    $87,400

    Portland economic context

    Unemployment rate 2.70% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $88,602 2023 • Census ACS
    Healthcare Social Workers salary vs area income 84% Median Healthcare Social Workers salary is 16% below the area median household income

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Healthcare Social Workers make per hour in Portland?

    The median hourly wage for Healthcare Social Workers in Portland, ME is $35.58, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $41.93 or more per hour.

    Is Portland above or below average for Healthcare Social Workers salaries?

    The median Healthcare Social Workers salary in Portland, ME is 8.7% 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 Portland?

    Entry-level Healthcare Social Workers (10th percentile) earn around $59,820 per year in Portland, ME. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $66,910.