Healthcare Social Workers Salary in South Georgia

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

Median annual salary $55,970 -17.8% vs national
Median hourly $26.91
10th percentile $43,720
90th percentile $78,220
Employed locally 290
National median $68,090

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $43,720
    25th
    $47,960
    50th (median)
    $55,970
    75th
    $65,000
    90th
    $78,220

    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 Georgia

    OccupationMedian salary
    Social and Human Service Assistants $34,090
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors $64,310
    Child, Family, and School Social Workers $46,630
    Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists $51,250
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors $49,670
    Community and Social Service Specialists, All Other $42,510

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Healthcare Social Workers in South Georgia is $26.91, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $38.23 or more per hour.

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

    The median Healthcare Social Workers salary in South Georgia is 17.8% 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 Georgia?

    Entry-level Healthcare Social Workers (10th percentile) earn around $43,720 per year in South Georgia. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $47,960.