Social and Human Service Assistants Salary in South Central Wisconsin

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

Median annual salary $53,370 +18.3% vs national
Median hourly $25.66
10th percentile $34,370
90th percentile $75,880
Employed locally 410
National median $45,120

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $34,370
    25th
    $42,940
    50th (median)
    $53,370
    75th
    $61,150
    90th
    $75,880

    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 South Central Wisconsin

    OccupationMedian salary
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors $63,810
    Child, Family, and School Social Workers $62,070
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors $60,610
    Healthcare Social Workers $60,680
    Rehabilitation Counselors $36,830
    Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers $62,650

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Social and Human Service Assistants in South Central Wisconsin is $25.66, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $36.69 or more per hour.

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

    The median Social and Human Service Assistants salary in South Central Wisconsin is 18.3% 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 South Central Wisconsin?

    Entry-level Social and Human Service Assistants (10th percentile) earn around $34,370 per year in South Central Wisconsin. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $42,940.