Social and Human Service Assistants Salary in Central East New York

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Central East New York nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $47,910 +6.2% vs national
Median hourly $23.03
10th percentile $35,880
90th percentile $64,680
Employed locally 1,030
National median $45,120

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $35,880
    25th
    $39,070
    50th (median)
    $47,910
    75th
    $58,230
    90th
    $64,680

    Top-paying metros for Social and Human Service Assistants

    Metro areaMedian salary
    North Valley-Northern Mountains Region of California nonmetropolitan area $60,230
    Amherst Town-Northampton, MA $59,900
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $59,230
    Modesto, CA $57,330
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $57,220
    District of Columbia $57,210

    Related occupations in Central East New York

    OccupationMedian salary
    Child, Family, and School Social Workers$59,460
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors$60,170
    Healthcare Social Workers$59,660
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors$57,780
    Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers$75,540
    Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists$71,670

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Social and Human Service Assistants make per hour in Central East New York?

    The median hourly wage for Social and Human Service Assistants in Central East New York is $23.03, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $33.77 or more per hour.

    Is Central East New York above or below average for Social and Human Service Assistants salaries?

    The median Social and Human Service Assistants salary in Central East New York is 6.2% above the national median of $45,120. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Social and Human Service Assistants in Central East New York?

    Entry-level Social and Human Service Assistants (10th percentile) earn around $35,880 per year in Central East New York. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $39,070.