Healthcare Social Workers Salary in South Nebraska

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

Median annual salary $58,560 -14% vs national
Median hourly $28.16
10th percentile $45,760
90th percentile $78,350
Employed locally 140
National median $68,090

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $45,760
    25th
    $48,140
    50th (median)
    $58,560
    75th
    $67,770
    90th
    $78,350

    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 Nebraska

    OccupationMedian salary
    Child, Family, and School Social Workers $46,080
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors $62,900
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors $64,930
    Social and Human Service Assistants $36,030
    Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists $65,620
    Health Education Specialists $44,580

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Healthcare Social Workers in South Nebraska is $28.16, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $38.98 or more per hour.

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

    The median Healthcare Social Workers salary in South Nebraska is 14% 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 Nebraska?

    Entry-level Healthcare Social Workers (10th percentile) earn around $45,760 per year in South Nebraska. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $48,140.