Benchmark Salary Information
Rankings for Middle Georgia Nonmetropolitan Area
Compared to Georgia
Middle Georgia Nonmetropolitan Area Social Workers earn an average of $44,650 or $21.47 per hour which is 7% less than the Georgia average salary of $48,200.
| Average | Middle Georgia Nonmetropolitan Area | Georgia | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hourly Wage | $21.47 | $23.17 | -7.34% |
| Annual Salary | $44,650 | $48,200 | -7.37% |
Compared to the U.S.
Middle Georgia Nonmetropolitan Area Social Workers earn an average of $44,650 or $21.47 per hour which is 18% less than the U.S. average salary of $54,880.
| Average | Middle Georgia Nonmetropolitan Area | U.S. | % |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hourly Wage | $21.47 | $26.39 | -18.64% |
| Annual Salary | $44,650 | $54,880 | -18.64% |
Salary Adjusted for Cost-of-Living
When adjusted for cost-of-living, Social Workers in Middle Georgia Nonmetropolitan Area earns an average annual salary of $52,253 which compares to the Georgia average annual salary of $48,200. per year.
Cost-of-living in Middle Georgia Nonmetropolitan Area is 15% less than the Georgia average, which means Middle Georgia Nonmetropolitan Area residents have an overall less cost for food, housing, utilities and transportation compared to Georgia average.
| Location | Average Annual Wage | Cost of Living | Adjusted COL Wage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Middle Georgia Nonmetropolitan Area | $44,650 | 85.45% | $52,253 |
| Georgia | $48,200 | 94.54% | $50,984 |
| U.S. | $54,880 | – | $54,880 |
Salary Ranges for Education and Experience
In Middle Georgia Nonmetropolitan Area, 50% of Social Workers earn between $36,760 and $48,870 a year, depending on factors such as level of education, experience, location and place of employment.
About 10% of Social Workers earn more than $74,840, which is a rate for highly skilled, experienced and educated Social Workers.
Approximately 10% of Social Workers earn under $29,500, a rate generally reserved for less experienced or entry level Social Workers.
| Percent | Experience | Employed | Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10% | Less than a Year | 21 | Under $29,500 |
| 15% | 2 – 4 years | 32 | $29,500 – $36,760 |
| 25% | 5 – 9 years | 52 | $36,760 – $39,710 |
| 25% | 10 – 14 years | 52 | $39,710 – $48,870 |
| 15% | 15 – 20 years | 32 | $39,710 – $74,840 |
| 10% | 20+ years | 21 | Above $74,840 |
Salary Compared to Related Professions
With an average annual salary of $44,650, Middle Georgia Nonmetropolitan Area Social Workers tend to earn less than Clinical and Counseling Psychologists ($56,840).
However, Social Workers tend to earn more than Substance Abuse Counselors ($40,070), and Health Care Social Workers ($40,240).
| Title | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| Clinical and Counseling Psychologists | $56,840 |
| Social Workers | $44,650 |
| Health Care Social Workers | $40,240 |
| Substance Abuse Counselors | $40,070 |
FAQ for Middle Georgia Nonmetropolitan Area Social Workers
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