Benchmark Salary Information
Rankings for Western Pennsylvania Nonmetropolitan Area
Compared to Pennsylvania
Western Pennsylvania Nonmetropolitan Area Social Workers earn an average of $44,010 or $21.16 per hour which is 10% less than the Pennsylvania average salary of $49,390.
| Average | Western Pennsylvania Nonmetropolitan Area | Pennsylvania | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hourly Wage | $21.16 | $23.75 | -10.91% |
| Annual Salary | $44,010 | $49,390 | -10.89% |
Compared to the U.S.
Western Pennsylvania Nonmetropolitan Area Social Workers earn an average of $44,010 or $21.16 per hour which is 19% less than the U.S. average salary of $54,880.
| Average | Western Pennsylvania Nonmetropolitan Area | U.S. | % |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hourly Wage | $21.16 | $26.39 | -19.82% |
| Annual Salary | $44,010 | $54,880 | -19.81% |
Salary Adjusted for Cost-of-Living
When adjusted for cost-of-living, Social Workers in Western Pennsylvania Nonmetropolitan Area earns an average annual salary of $49,212 which compares to the Pennsylvania average annual salary of $49,390. per year.
Cost-of-living in Western Pennsylvania Nonmetropolitan Area is 11% less than the Pennsylvania average, which means Western Pennsylvania Nonmetropolitan Area residents have an overall less cost for food, housing, utilities and transportation compared to Pennsylvania average.
| Location | Average Annual Wage | Cost of Living | Adjusted COL Wage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Western Pennsylvania Nonmetropolitan Area | $44,010 | 89.43% | $49,212 |
| Pennsylvania | $49,390 | 97.56% | $50,625 |
| U.S. | $54,880 | – | $54,880 |
Salary Ranges for Education and Experience
In Western Pennsylvania Nonmetropolitan Area, 50% of Social Workers earn between $36,960 and $49,990 a year, depending on factors such as level of education, experience, location and place of employment.
About 10% of Social Workers earn more than $60,510, which is a rate for highly skilled, experienced and educated Social Workers.
Approximately 10% of Social Workers earn under $29,530, a rate generally reserved for less experienced or entry level Social Workers.
| Percent | Experience | Employed | Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10% | Less than a Year | 69 | Under $29,530 |
| 15% | 2 – 4 years | 104 | $29,530 – $36,960 |
| 25% | 5 – 9 years | 172 | $36,960 – $39,380 |
| 25% | 10 – 14 years | 172 | $39,380 – $49,990 |
| 15% | 15 – 20 years | 104 | $39,380 – $60,510 |
| 10% | 20+ years | 69 | Above $60,510 |
Salary Compared to Related Professions
With an average annual salary of $44,010, Western Pennsylvania Nonmetropolitan Area Social Workers tend to earn less than Psychology Teachers ($90,150), Clinical and Counseling Psychologists ($70,120), Health Care Social Workers ($54,330), Substance Abuse Counselors ($46,970), and Marriage and Family Therapists ($46,370).
| Title | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| Psychology Teachers | $90,150 |
| Clinical and Counseling Psychologists | $70,120 |
| Health Care Social Workers | $54,330 |
| Substance Abuse Counselors | $46,970 |
| Marriage and Family Therapists | $46,370 |
| Social Workers | $44,010 |
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