Healthcare Social Workers Salary in Southwest Louisiana

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

Median annual salary $62,620 -8% vs national
Median hourly $30.10
10th percentile $45,150
90th percentile $86,320
Employed locally 50
National median $68,090

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $45,150
    25th
    $56,510
    50th (median)
    $62,620
    75th
    $76,700
    90th
    $86,320

    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 Louisiana

    OccupationMedian salary
    Community and Social Service Specialists, All Other$46,000
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors$41,630
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors$65,220
    Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists$61,200
    Social and Human Service Assistants$29,500
    Counselors, All Other$30,840

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Healthcare Social Workers in Southwest Louisiana is $30.10, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $39.79 or more per hour.

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

    The median Healthcare Social Workers salary in Southwest Louisiana is 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 Louisiana?

    Entry-level Healthcare Social Workers (10th percentile) earn around $45,150 per year in Southwest Louisiana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $56,510.