Healthcare Social Workers Salary in Southwest Alabama

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southwest Alabama nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $45,090 -33.8% vs national
Median hourly $21.68
10th percentile $38,680
90th percentile $71,070
National median $68,090

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $38,680
    25th
    $38,680
    50th (median)
    $45,090
    75th
    $58,900
    90th
    $71,070

    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 Southwest Alabama

    OccupationMedian salary
    Child, Family, and School Social Workers $44,650
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors $59,390
    Social and Human Service Assistants $29,550
    Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists $44,970
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors $44,350
    Clergy $49,800

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Healthcare Social Workers make per hour in Southwest Alabama?

    The median hourly wage for Healthcare Social Workers in Southwest Alabama is $21.68, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $35.94 or more per hour.

    Is Southwest Alabama above or below average for Healthcare Social Workers salaries?

    The median Healthcare Social Workers salary in Southwest Alabama is 33.8% 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 Southwest Alabama?

    Entry-level Healthcare Social Workers (10th percentile) earn around $38,680 per year in Southwest Alabama. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $38,680.