Social and Human Service Assistants Salary in Maryland

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Maryland nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $43,120 -4.4% vs national
Median hourly $20.73
10th percentile $33,440
90th percentile $57,140
Employed locally 230
National median $45,120

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $33,440
    25th
    $37,340
    50th (median)
    $43,120
    75th
    $47,320
    90th
    $57,140

    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 Maryland

    OccupationMedian salary
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors $62,050
    Child, Family, and School Social Workers $63,940
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors $63,690
    Rehabilitation Counselors $37,120
    Healthcare Social Workers $65,480
    Community and Social Service Specialists, All Other $45,510

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Social and Human Service Assistants in Maryland is $20.73, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $32.39 or more per hour.

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

    The median Social and Human Service Assistants salary in Maryland is 4.4% 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 Maryland?

    Entry-level Social and Human Service Assistants (10th percentile) earn around $33,440 per year in Maryland. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $37,340.