Benchmark Salary Information
Rankings for East Tennessee Nonmetropolitan Area
Compared to Tennessee
East Tennessee Nonmetropolitan Area Social Workers earn an average of $45,010 or $21.64 per hour which is 2% less than the Tennessee average salary of $46,280.
| Average | East Tennessee Nonmetropolitan Area | Tennessee | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hourly Wage | $21.64 | $22.25 | -2.74% |
| Annual Salary | $45,010 | $46,280 | -2.74% |
Compared to the U.S.
East Tennessee Nonmetropolitan Area Social Workers earn an average of $45,010 or $21.64 per hour which is 17% less than the U.S. average salary of $54,880.
| Average | East Tennessee Nonmetropolitan Area | U.S. | % |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hourly Wage | $21.64 | $26.39 | -18.00% |
| Annual Salary | $45,010 | $54,880 | -17.98% |
Salary Adjusted for Cost-of-Living
When adjusted for cost-of-living, Social Workers in East Tennessee Nonmetropolitan Area earns an average annual salary of $52,337 which compares to the Tennessee average annual salary of $46,280. per year.
Cost-of-living in East Tennessee Nonmetropolitan Area is 14% less than the Tennessee average, which means East Tennessee Nonmetropolitan Area 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Tennessee Nonmetropolitan Area | $45,010 | 86.00% | $52,337 |
| Tennessee | $46,280 | 92.15% | $50,222 |
| U.S. | $54,880 | – | $54,880 |
Salary Ranges for Education and Experience
In East Tennessee Nonmetropolitan Area, 50% of Social Workers earn between $38,980 and $51,340 a year, depending on factors such as level of education, experience, location and place of employment.
About 10% of Social Workers earn more than $58,010, which is a rate for highly skilled, experienced and educated Social Workers.
Approximately 10% of Social Workers earn under $30,390, a rate generally reserved for less experienced or entry level Social Workers.
| Percent | Experience | Employed | Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10% | Less than a Year | 25 | Under $30,390 |
| 15% | 2 – 4 years | 38 | $30,390 – $38,980 |
| 25% | 5 – 9 years | 62 | $38,980 – $46,200 |
| 25% | 10 – 14 years | 62 | $46,200 – $51,340 |
| 15% | 15 – 20 years | 38 | $46,200 – $58,010 |
| 10% | 20+ years | 25 | Above $58,010 |
Salary Compared to Related Professions
Social Workers tend to earn more than Substance Abuse Counselors ($35,170), and Health Care Social Workers ($44,650).
| Title | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| Social Workers | $45,010 |
| Health Care Social Workers | $44,650 |
| Substance Abuse Counselors | $35,170 |
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