Benchmark Salary Information
Rankings for Cleveland
Compared to Tennessee
Cleveland Social Workers earn an average of $43,190 or $20.76 per hour which is 6% less than the Tennessee average salary of $46,280.
| Average | Cleveland | Tennessee | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hourly Wage | $20.76 | $22.25 | -6.70% |
| Annual Salary | $43,190 | $46,280 | -6.68% |
Compared to the U.S.
Cleveland Social Workers earn an average of $43,190 or $20.76 per hour which is 21% less than the U.S. average salary of $54,880.
| Average | Cleveland | U.S. | % |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hourly Wage | $20.76 | $26.39 | -21.33% |
| Annual Salary | $43,190 | $54,880 | -21.30% |
Salary Adjusted for Cost-of-Living
When adjusted for cost-of-living, Social Workers in Cleveland earns an average annual salary of $48,907 which compares to the Tennessee average annual salary of $46,280. per year.
Cost-of-living in Cleveland is 12% less than the Tennessee average, which means Cleveland residents have an overall less cost for food, housing, utilities and transportation compared to Tennessee average.
| Location | Average Annual Wage | Cost of Living | Adjusted COL Wage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cleveland | $43,190 | 88.31% | $48,907 |
| Tennessee | $46,280 | 92.15% | $50,222 |
| U.S. | $54,880 | – | $54,880 |
Salary Ranges for Education and Experience
In Cleveland, 50% of Social Workers earn between $37,300 and $51,190 a year, depending on factors such as level of education, experience, location and place of employment.
About 10% of Social Workers earn more than $55,510, which is a rate for highly skilled, experienced and educated Social Workers.
Approximately 10% of Social Workers earn under $29,190, a rate generally reserved for less experienced or entry level Social Workers.
| Percent | Experience | Employed | Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10% | Less than a Year | 9 | Under $29,190 |
| 15% | 2 – 4 years | 14 | $29,190 – $37,300 |
| 25% | 5 – 9 years | 22 | $37,300 – $42,690 |
| 25% | 10 – 14 years | 22 | $42,690 – $51,190 |
| 15% | 15 – 20 years | 14 | $42,690 – $55,510 |
| 10% | 20+ years | 9 | Above $55,510 |
Salary Compared to Related Professions
Social Workers tend to earn more than Health Care Social Workers ($40,630), and Substance Abuse Counselors ($40,860).
| Title | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| Social Workers | $43,190 |
| Substance Abuse Counselors | $40,860 |
| Health Care Social Workers | $40,630 |
FAQ for Cleveland Social Workers
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