Healthcare Social Workers Salary in Southwestern Pennsylvania

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southwestern Pennsylvania nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $60,410 -11.3% vs national
Median hourly $29.04
10th percentile $37,640
90th percentile $80,740
Employed locally 120
National median $68,090

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $37,640
    25th
    $47,420
    50th (median)
    $60,410
    75th
    $70,430
    90th
    $80,740

    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 Southwestern Pennsylvania

    OccupationMedian salary
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors$52,430
    Child, Family, and School Social Workers$44,610
    Social and Human Service Assistants$39,050
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors$61,460
    Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists$62,440
    Community and Social Service Specialists, All Other$48,120

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Healthcare Social Workers make per hour in Southwestern Pennsylvania?

    The median hourly wage for Healthcare Social Workers in Southwestern Pennsylvania is $29.04, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $36.82 or more per hour.

    Is Southwestern Pennsylvania above or below average for Healthcare Social Workers salaries?

    The median Healthcare Social Workers salary in Southwestern Pennsylvania is 11.3% 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 Southwestern Pennsylvania?

    Entry-level Healthcare Social Workers (10th percentile) earn around $37,640 per year in Southwestern Pennsylvania. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $47,420.