Social and Human Service Assistants Salary in Central Indiana

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Central Indiana nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $39,580 -12.3% vs national
Median hourly $19.03
10th percentile $28,490
90th percentile $47,900
Employed locally 530
National median $45,120

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $28,490
    25th
    $35,470
    50th (median)
    $39,580
    75th
    $44,310
    90th
    $47,900

    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 Indiana

    OccupationMedian salary
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors$51,940
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors$53,900
    Child, Family, and School Social Workers$50,470
    Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists$56,760
    Rehabilitation Counselors$42,670
    Healthcare Social Workers$60,390

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Social and Human Service Assistants make per hour in Central Indiana?

    The median hourly wage for Social and Human Service Assistants in Central Indiana is $19.03, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $23.03 or more per hour.

    Is Central Indiana above or below average for Social and Human Service Assistants salaries?

    The median Social and Human Service Assistants salary in Central Indiana is 12.3% below 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 Indiana?

    Entry-level Social and Human Service Assistants (10th percentile) earn around $28,490 per year in Central Indiana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $35,470.