Benchmark Salary Information
Rankings for Massachusetts Nonmetropolitan Area
Compared to Massachusetts
Massachusetts Nonmetropolitan Area Social Workers earn an average of $47,890 or $23.03 per hour which is 12% less than the Massachusetts average salary of $54,980.
| Average | Massachusetts Nonmetropolitan Area | Massachusetts | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hourly Wage | $23.03 | $26.43 | -12.86% |
| Annual Salary | $47,890 | $54,980 | -12.90% |
Compared to the U.S.
Massachusetts Nonmetropolitan Area Social Workers earn an average of $47,890 or $23.03 per hour which is 12% less than the U.S. average salary of $54,880.
| Average | Massachusetts Nonmetropolitan Area | U.S. | % |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hourly Wage | $23.03 | $26.39 | -12.73% |
| Annual Salary | $47,890 | $54,880 | -12.74% |
Salary Adjusted for Cost-of-Living
When adjusted for cost-of-living, Social Workers in Massachusetts Nonmetropolitan Area earns an average annual salary of $44,053 which compares to the Massachusetts average annual salary of $54,980. per year.
Cost-of-living in Massachusetts Nonmetropolitan Area is 9% higher than the Massachusetts average, which means Massachusetts Nonmetropolitan Area residents have an overall higher cost for food, housing, utilities and transportation compared to Massachusetts average.
| Location | Average Annual Wage | Cost of Living | Adjusted COL Wage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts Nonmetropolitan Area | $47,890 | 108.71% | $44,053 |
| Massachusetts | $54,980 | 107.44% | $51,173 |
| U.S. | $54,880 | – | $54,880 |
Salary Ranges for Education and Experience
In Massachusetts Nonmetropolitan Area, 50% of Social Workers earn between $38,040 and $51,420 a year, depending on factors such as level of education, experience, location and place of employment.
About 10% of Social Workers earn more than $77,670, which is a rate for highly skilled, experienced and educated Social Workers.
Approximately 10% of Social Workers earn under $31,440, a rate generally reserved for less experienced or entry level Social Workers.
| Percent | Experience | Employed | Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10% | Less than a Year | 18 | Under $31,440 |
| 15% | 2 – 4 years | 27 | $31,440 – $38,040 |
| 25% | 5 – 9 years | 45 | $38,040 – $39,710 |
| 25% | 10 – 14 years | 45 | $39,710 – $51,420 |
| 15% | 15 – 20 years | 27 | $39,710 – $77,670 |
| 10% | 20+ years | 18 | Above $77,670 |
Salary Compared to Related Professions
With an average annual salary of $47,890, Massachusetts Nonmetropolitan Area Social Workers tend to earn less than Clinical and Counseling Psychologists ($98,770), School Psychologists ($83,850), Health Care Social Workers ($79,860), and Substance Abuse Counselors ($57,690).
| Title | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| Clinical and Counseling Psychologists | $98,770 |
| School Psychologists | $83,850 |
| Health Care Social Workers | $79,860 |
| Substance Abuse Counselors | $57,690 |
| Social Workers | $47,890 |
FAQ for Massachusetts Nonmetropolitan Area Social Workers
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