Benchmark Salary Information
Rankings for Cincinnati
Compared to Ohio
Cincinnati Social Workers earn an average of $46,380 or $22.30 per hour which is 3% less than the Ohio average salary of $48,200.
| Average | Cincinnati | Ohio | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hourly Wage | $22.30 | $23.17 | -3.75% |
| Annual Salary | $46,380 | $48,200 | -3.78% |
Compared to the U.S.
Cincinnati Social Workers earn an average of $46,380 or $22.30 per hour which is 15% less than the U.S. average salary of $54,880.
| Average | Cincinnati | U.S. | % |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hourly Wage | $22.30 | $26.39 | -15.50% |
| Annual Salary | $46,380 | $54,880 | -15.49% |
Salary Adjusted for Cost-of-Living
When adjusted for cost-of-living, Social Workers in Cincinnati earns an average annual salary of $49,615 which compares to the Ohio average annual salary of $48,200. per year.
Cost-of-living in Cincinnati is 7% less than the Ohio average, which means Cincinnati residents have an overall less cost for food, housing, utilities and transportation compared to Ohio average.
| Location | Average Annual Wage | Cost of Living | Adjusted COL Wage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cincinnati | $46,380 | 93.48% | $49,615 |
| Ohio | $48,200 | 91.69% | $52,568 |
| U.S. | $54,880 | – | $54,880 |
Salary Ranges for Education and Experience
In Cincinnati, 50% of Social Workers earn between $37,300 and $49,340 a year, depending on factors such as level of education, experience, location and place of employment.
About 10% of Social Workers earn more than $61,330, which is a rate for highly skilled, experienced and educated Social Workers.
Approximately 10% of Social Workers earn under $35,880, a rate generally reserved for less experienced or entry level Social Workers.
| Percent | Experience | Employed | Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10% | Less than a Year | 195 | Under $35,880 |
| 15% | 2 – 4 years | 292 | $35,880 – $37,300 |
| 25% | 5 – 9 years | 488 | $37,300 – $45,980 |
| 25% | 10 – 14 years | 488 | $45,980 – $49,340 |
| 15% | 15 – 20 years | 292 | $45,980 – $61,330 |
| 10% | 20+ years | 195 | Above $61,330 |
Salary Compared to Related Professions
With an average annual salary of $46,380, Cincinnati Social Workers tend to earn less than Psychology Teachers ($92,330), Clinical and Counseling Psychologists ($92,080), Forensic Psychologists ($89,480), School Psychologists ($81,440), Marriage and Family Therapists ($66,460), Health Care Social Workers ($60,340), and Substance Abuse Counselors ($52,360).
| Title | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| Psychology Teachers | $92,330 |
| Clinical and Counseling Psychologists | $92,080 |
| Forensic Psychologists | $89,480 |
| School Psychologists | $81,440 |
| Marriage and Family Therapists | $66,460 |
| Health Care Social Workers | $60,340 |
| Substance Abuse Counselors | $52,360 |
| Social Workers | $46,380 |
FAQ for Cincinnati Social Workers
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