Healthcare Social Workers Salary in Southeast Missouri

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

Median annual salary $48,520 -28.7% vs national
Median hourly $23.33
10th percentile $34,090
90th percentile $75,840
Employed locally 330
National median $68,090

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $34,090
    25th
    $37,460
    50th (median)
    $48,520
    75th
    $63,140
    90th
    $75,840

    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 Missouri

    OccupationMedian salary
    Child, Family, and School Social Workers $46,070
    Social and Human Service Assistants $36,540
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors $50,530
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors $45,840
    Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists $45,390
    Community Health Workers $45,550

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Healthcare Social Workers in Southeast Missouri is $23.33, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $32.88 or more per hour.

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

    The median Healthcare Social Workers salary in Southeast Missouri is 28.7% 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 Missouri?

    Entry-level Healthcare Social Workers (10th percentile) earn around $34,090 per year in Southeast Missouri. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $37,460.