Benchmark Salary Information
Rankings for Northern Vermont Nonmetropolitan Area
Compared to Vermont
Northern Vermont Nonmetropolitan Area Social Workers earn an average of $49,620 or $23.86 per hour which is 6% less than the Vermont average salary of $53,060.
| Average | Northern Vermont Nonmetropolitan Area | Vermont | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hourly Wage | $23.86 | $25.51 | -6.47% |
| Annual Salary | $49,620 | $53,060 | -6.48% |
Compared to the U.S.
Northern Vermont Nonmetropolitan Area Social Workers earn an average of $49,620 or $23.86 per hour which is 9% less than the U.S. average salary of $54,880.
| Average | Northern Vermont Nonmetropolitan Area | U.S. | % |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hourly Wage | $23.86 | $26.39 | -9.59% |
| Annual Salary | $49,620 | $54,880 | -9.58% |
Salary Adjusted for Cost-of-Living
When adjusted for cost-of-living, Social Workers in Northern Vermont Nonmetropolitan Area earns an average annual salary of $50,845 which compares to the Vermont average annual salary of $53,060. per year.
Cost-of-living in Northern Vermont Nonmetropolitan Area is 2% less than the Vermont average, which means Northern Vermont Nonmetropolitan Area residents have an overall less cost for food, housing, utilities and transportation compared to Vermont average.
| Location | Average Annual Wage | Cost of Living | Adjusted COL Wage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northern Vermont Nonmetropolitan Area | $49,620 | 97.59% | $50,845 |
| Vermont | $53,060 | 99.35% | $53,407 |
| U.S. | $54,880 | – | $54,880 |
Salary Ranges for Education and Experience
In Northern Vermont Nonmetropolitan Area, 50% of Social Workers earn between $37,200 and $59,360 a year, depending on factors such as level of education, experience, location and place of employment.
About 10% of Social Workers earn more than $75,000, which is a rate for highly skilled, experienced and educated Social Workers.
Approximately 10% of Social Workers earn under $36,910, a rate generally reserved for less experienced or entry level Social Workers.
| Percent | Experience | Employed | Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10% | Less than a Year | 42 | Under $36,910 |
| 15% | 2 – 4 years | 63 | $36,910 – $37,200 |
| 25% | 5 – 9 years | 105 | $37,200 – $46,910 |
| 25% | 10 – 14 years | 105 | $46,910 – $59,360 |
| 15% | 15 – 20 years | 63 | $46,910 – $75,000 |
| 10% | 20+ years | 42 | Above $75,000 |
Salary Compared to Related Professions
With an average annual salary of $49,620, Northern Vermont Nonmetropolitan Area Social Workers tend to earn less than School Psychologists ($73,020), and Health Care Social Workers ($55,300).
However, Social Workers tend to earn more than Substance Abuse Counselors ($46,780).
| Title | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| School Psychologists | $73,020 |
| Health Care Social Workers | $55,300 |
| Social Workers | $49,620 |
| Substance Abuse Counselors | $46,780 |
FAQ for Northern Vermont Nonmetropolitan Area Social Workers
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