Benchmark Salary Information
Rankings for Southern Vermont Nonmetropolitan Area
Compared to Vermont
Southern Vermont Nonmetropolitan Area Social Workers earn an average of $53,980 or $25.95 per hour which is 1% more than the Vermont average salary of $53,060.
| Average | Southern Vermont Nonmetropolitan Area | Vermont | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hourly Wage | $25.95 | $25.51 | 1.72% |
| Annual Salary | $53,980 | $53,060 | 1.73% |
Compared to the U.S.
Southern Vermont Nonmetropolitan Area Social Workers earn an average of $53,980 or $25.95 per hour which is 1% less than the U.S. average salary of $54,880.
| Average | Southern Vermont Nonmetropolitan Area | U.S. | % |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hourly Wage | $25.95 | $26.39 | -1.67% |
| Annual Salary | $53,980 | $54,880 | -1.64% |
Salary Adjusted for Cost-of-Living
When adjusted for cost-of-living, Social Workers in Southern Vermont Nonmetropolitan Area earns an average annual salary of $55,313 which compares to the Vermont average annual salary of $53,060. per year.
Cost-of-living in Southern Vermont Nonmetropolitan Area is 2% less than the Vermont average, which means Southern 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southern Vermont Nonmetropolitan Area | $53,980 | 97.59% | $55,313 |
| Vermont | $53,060 | 99.35% | $53,407 |
| U.S. | $54,880 | – | $54,880 |
Salary Ranges for Education and Experience
In Southern Vermont Nonmetropolitan Area, 50% of Social Workers earn between $46,640 and $60,510 a year, depending on factors such as level of education, experience, location and place of employment.
About 10% of Social Workers earn more than $70,930, which is a rate for highly skilled, experienced and educated Social Workers.
Approximately 10% of Social Workers earn under $38,520, a rate generally reserved for less experienced or entry level Social Workers.
| Percent | Experience | Employed | Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10% | Less than a Year | 36 | Under $38,520 |
| 15% | 2 – 4 years | 54 | $38,520 – $46,640 |
| 25% | 5 – 9 years | 90 | $46,640 – $53,410 |
| 25% | 10 – 14 years | 90 | $53,410 – $60,510 |
| 15% | 15 – 20 years | 54 | $53,410 – $70,930 |
| 10% | 20+ years | 36 | Above $70,930 |
Salary Compared to Related Professions
With an average annual salary of $53,980, Southern Vermont Nonmetropolitan Area Social Workers tend to earn less than School Psychologists ($77,970), Clinical and Counseling Psychologists ($74,090), and Health Care Social Workers ($55,960).
However, Social Workers tend to earn more than Substance Abuse Counselors ($49,350).
| Title | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| School Psychologists | $77,970 |
| Clinical and Counseling Psychologists | $74,090 |
| Health Care Social Workers | $55,960 |
| Social Workers | $53,980 |
| Substance Abuse Counselors | $49,350 |
FAQ for Southern Vermont Nonmetropolitan Area Social Workers
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