Healthcare Social Workers Salary in Southern Indiana

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southern Indiana nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $61,470 -9.7% vs national
Median hourly $29.56
10th percentile $49,050
90th percentile $80,880
Employed locally 160
National median $68,090

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $49,050
    25th
    $54,020
    50th (median)
    $61,470
    75th
    $70,140
    90th
    $80,880

    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 Southern Indiana

    OccupationMedian salary
    Social and Human Service Assistants$37,350
    Child, Family, and School Social Workers$50,470
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors$51,070
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors$54,810
    Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers$45,790
    Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists$59,440

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Healthcare Social Workers make per hour in Southern Indiana?

    The median hourly wage for Healthcare Social Workers in Southern Indiana is $29.56, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $38.68 or more per hour.

    Is Southern Indiana above or below average for Healthcare Social Workers salaries?

    The median Healthcare Social Workers salary in Southern Indiana is 9.7% 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 Southern Indiana?

    Entry-level Healthcare Social Workers (10th percentile) earn around $49,050 per year in Southern Indiana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $54,020.