Healthcare Social Workers Salary in Western North Carolina

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Western North Carolina nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $52,720 -22.6% vs national
Median hourly $25.35
10th percentile $42,340
90th percentile $72,170
Employed locally 240
National median $68,090

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $42,340
    25th
    $49,210
    50th (median)
    $52,720
    75th
    $62,380
    90th
    $72,170

    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 Western North Carolina

    OccupationMedian salary
    Child, Family, and School Social Workers $53,940
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors $52,220
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors $50,280
    Social and Human Service Assistants $43,510
    Rehabilitation Counselors $45,980
    Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers $50,470

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Healthcare Social Workers make per hour in Western North Carolina?

    The median hourly wage for Healthcare Social Workers in Western North Carolina is $25.35, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $34.07 or more per hour.

    Is Western North Carolina above or below average for Healthcare Social Workers salaries?

    The median Healthcare Social Workers salary in Western North Carolina is 22.6% 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 Western North Carolina?

    Entry-level Healthcare Social Workers (10th percentile) earn around $42,340 per year in Western North Carolina. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $49,210.