Social and Human Service Assistants Salary in Western Washington

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Western Washington nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $46,730 +3.6% vs national
Median hourly $22.47
10th percentile $37,980
90th percentile $60,260
Employed locally 330
National median $45,120

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $37,980
    25th
    $43,450
    50th (median)
    $46,730
    75th
    $51,810
    90th
    $60,260

    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 Western Washington

    OccupationMedian salary
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors$61,030
    Child, Family, and School Social Workers$70,050
    Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists$80,280
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors$86,670
    Healthcare Social Workers$70,960
    Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers$62,190

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Social and Human Service Assistants in Western Washington is $22.47, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $30.99 or more per hour.

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

    The median Social and Human Service Assistants salary in Western Washington is 3.6% 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 Western Washington?

    Entry-level Social and Human Service Assistants (10th percentile) earn around $37,980 per year in Western Washington. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $43,450.