Healthcare Social Workers Salary in South Central Wisconsin

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • South Central Wisconsin nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $60,680 -10.9% vs national
Median hourly $29.17
10th percentile $50,480
90th percentile $82,740
Employed locally 240
National median $68,090

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $50,480
    25th
    $56,080
    50th (median)
    $60,680
    75th
    $67,040
    90th
    $82,740

    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 South Central Wisconsin

    OccupationMedian salary
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors$63,810
    Child, Family, and School Social Workers$62,070
    Social and Human Service Assistants$53,370
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors$60,610
    Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers$62,650
    Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists$60,470

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Healthcare Social Workers make per hour in South Central Wisconsin?

    The median hourly wage for Healthcare Social Workers in South Central Wisconsin is $29.17, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $42.04 or more per hour.

    Is South Central Wisconsin above or below average for Healthcare Social Workers salaries?

    The median Healthcare Social Workers salary in South Central Wisconsin is 10.9% 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 South Central Wisconsin?

    Entry-level Healthcare Social Workers (10th percentile) earn around $50,480 per year in South Central Wisconsin. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $56,080.