Benchmark Salary Information
Rankings for Connecticut Nonmetropolitan Area
Compared to Connecticut
Connecticut Nonmetropolitan Area Social Workers earn an average of $72,100 or $34.66 per hour which is 1% more than the Connecticut average salary of $70,690.
| Average | Connecticut Nonmetropolitan Area | Connecticut | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hourly Wage | $34.66 | $33.99 | 1.97% |
| Annual Salary | $72,100 | $70,690 | 1.99% |
Compared to the U.S.
Connecticut Nonmetropolitan Area Social Workers earn an average of $72,100 or $34.66 per hour which is 31% more than the U.S. average salary of $54,880.
| Average | Connecticut Nonmetropolitan Area | U.S. | % |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hourly Wage | $34.66 | $26.39 | 31.34% |
| Annual Salary | $72,100 | $54,880 | 31.38% |
Salary Adjusted for Cost-of-Living
When adjusted for cost-of-living, Social Workers in Connecticut Nonmetropolitan Area earns an average annual salary of $70,396 which compares to the Connecticut average annual salary of $70,690. per year.
Cost-of-living in Connecticut Nonmetropolitan Area is 2% higher than the Connecticut average, which means Connecticut Nonmetropolitan Area residents have an overall higher cost for food, housing, utilities and transportation compared to Connecticut average.
| Location | Average Annual Wage | Cost of Living | Adjusted COL Wage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Connecticut Nonmetropolitan Area | $72,100 | 102.42% | $70,396 |
| Connecticut | $70,690 | 103.44% | $68,339 |
| U.S. | $54,880 | – | $54,880 |
Salary Ranges for Education and Experience
In Connecticut Nonmetropolitan Area, 50% of Social Workers earn between $56,580 and $91,050 a year, depending on factors such as level of education, experience, location and place of employment.
About 10% of Social Workers earn more than $98,480, which is a rate for highly skilled, experienced and educated Social Workers.
Approximately 10% of Social Workers earn under $38,790, a rate generally reserved for less experienced or entry level Social Workers.
| Percent | Experience | Employed | Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10% | Less than a Year | 14 | Under $38,790 |
| 15% | 2 – 4 years | 21 | $38,790 – $56,580 |
| 25% | 5 – 9 years | 35 | $56,580 – $74,140 |
| 25% | 10 – 14 years | 35 | $74,140 – $91,050 |
| 15% | 15 – 20 years | 21 | $74,140 – $98,480 |
| 10% | 20+ years | 14 | Above $98,480 |
Salary Compared to Related Professions
Social Workers tend to earn more than Substance Abuse Counselors ($51,150), and Health Care Social Workers ($70,510).
| Title | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| Social Workers | $72,100 |
| Health Care Social Workers | $70,510 |
| Substance Abuse Counselors | $51,150 |
FAQ for Connecticut Nonmetropolitan Area Social Workers
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