Healthcare Social Workers Salary in Southeast Iowa

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southeast Iowa nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $60,050 -11.8% vs national
Median hourly $28.87
10th percentile $48,510
90th percentile $74,940
Employed locally 140
National median $68,090

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $48,510
    25th
    $55,880
    50th (median)
    $60,050
    75th
    $65,240
    90th
    $74,940

    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 Southeast Iowa

    OccupationMedian salary
    Social and Human Service Assistants$39,130
    Child, Family, and School Social Workers$52,770
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors$49,200
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors$62,300
    Rehabilitation Counselors$36,840
    Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers$36,430

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Healthcare Social Workers make per hour in Southeast Iowa?

    The median hourly wage for Healthcare Social Workers in Southeast Iowa is $28.87, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $37.40 or more per hour.

    Is Southeast Iowa above or below average for Healthcare Social Workers salaries?

    The median Healthcare Social Workers salary in Southeast Iowa is 11.8% 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 Southeast Iowa?

    Entry-level Healthcare Social Workers (10th percentile) earn around $48,510 per year in Southeast Iowa. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $55,880.