Healthcare Social Workers Salary in Southern Ohio

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

Median annual salary $60,180 -11.6% vs national
Median hourly $28.93
10th percentile $43,850
90th percentile $83,970
Employed locally 330
National median $68,090

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $43,850
    25th
    $55,810
    50th (median)
    $60,180
    75th
    $73,030
    90th
    $83,970

    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 Ohio

    OccupationMedian salary
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors$49,680
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors$67,090
    Child, Family, and School Social Workers$47,430
    Social and Human Service Assistants$38,410
    Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers$43,770
    Rehabilitation Counselors$44,240

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Healthcare Social Workers in Southern Ohio is $28.93, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $38.05 or more per hour.

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

    The median Healthcare Social Workers salary in Southern Ohio is 11.6% 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 Ohio?

    Entry-level Healthcare Social Workers (10th percentile) earn around $43,850 per year in Southern Ohio. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $55,810.