Social and Human Service Assistants Salary in Northwest Colorado

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northwest Colorado nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $46,620 +3.3% vs national
Median hourly $22.41
10th percentile $36,440
90th percentile $73,940
Employed locally 230
National median $45,120

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $36,440
    25th
    $39,170
    50th (median)
    $46,620
    75th
    $60,510
    90th
    $73,940

    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 Northwest Colorado

    OccupationMedian salary
    Child, Family, and School Social Workers $62,010
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors $71,700
    Community and Social Service Specialists, All Other $58,400
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors $69,950
    Healthcare Social Workers $57,840
    Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists $70,300

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Social and Human Service Assistants in Northwest Colorado is $22.41, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $37.39 or more per hour.

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

    The median Social and Human Service Assistants salary in Northwest Colorado is 3.3% 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 Northwest Colorado?

    Entry-level Social and Human Service Assistants (10th percentile) earn around $36,440 per year in Northwest Colorado. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $39,170.