Social and Human Service Assistants Salary in Southern Indiana

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

Median annual salary $37,350 -17.2% vs national
Median hourly $17.96
10th percentile $28,490
90th percentile $48,510
Employed locally 660
National median $45,120

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $28,490
    25th
    $32,610
    50th (median)
    $37,350
    75th
    $42,860
    90th
    $48,510

    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 Southern Indiana

    OccupationMedian salary
    Child, Family, and School Social Workers $50,470
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors $51,070
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors $54,810
    Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers $45,790
    Healthcare Social Workers $61,470
    Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists $59,440

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Social and Human Service Assistants in Southern Indiana is $17.96, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $25.87 or more per hour.

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

    The median Social and Human Service Assistants salary in Southern Indiana is 17.2% 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 Southern Indiana?

    Entry-level Social and Human Service Assistants (10th percentile) earn around $28,490 per year in Southern Indiana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $32,610.