Social and Human Service Assistants Salary in Northern Michigan

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northern Michigan nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $38,730 -14.2% vs national
Median hourly $18.62
10th percentile $28,510
90th percentile $47,010
Employed locally 360
National median $45,120

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $28,510
    25th
    $35,580
    50th (median)
    $38,730
    75th
    $44,570
    90th
    $47,010

    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 Northern Michigan

    OccupationMedian salary
    Child, Family, and School Social Workers $58,050
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors $63,100
    Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers $59,430
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors $59,970
    Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists $61,910
    Community and Social Service Specialists, All Other $44,910

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Social and Human Service Assistants in Northern Michigan is $18.62, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $23.39 or more per hour.

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

    The median Social and Human Service Assistants salary in Northern Michigan is 14.2% 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 Northern Michigan?

    Entry-level Social and Human Service Assistants (10th percentile) earn around $28,510 per year in Northern Michigan. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $35,580.