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Rankings for Western Wisconsin Nonmetropolitan Area
Compared to Wisconsin
Western Wisconsin Nonmetropolitan Area Social Workers earn an average of $49,020 or $23.57 per hour which is almost same as Wisconsin average salary of $48,910.
| Average | Western Wisconsin Nonmetropolitan Area | Wisconsin | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hourly Wage | $23.57 | $23.51 | 0.26% |
| Annual Salary | $49,020 | $48,910 | 0.22% |
Compared to the U.S.
Western Wisconsin Nonmetropolitan Area Social Workers earn an average of $49,020 or $23.57 per hour which is 10% less than the U.S. average salary of $54,880.
| Average | Western Wisconsin Nonmetropolitan Area | U.S. | % |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hourly Wage | $23.57 | $26.39 | -10.69% |
| Annual Salary | $49,020 | $54,880 | -10.68% |
Salary Adjusted for Cost-of-Living
When adjusted for cost-of-living, Social Workers in Western Wisconsin Nonmetropolitan Area earns an average annual salary of $55,165 which compares to the Wisconsin average annual salary of $48,910. per year.
Cost-of-living in Western Wisconsin Nonmetropolitan Area is 11% less than the Wisconsin average, which means Western Wisconsin Nonmetropolitan Area residents have an overall less cost for food, housing, utilities and transportation compared to Wisconsin average.
| Location | Average Annual Wage | Cost of Living | Adjusted COL Wage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Western Wisconsin Nonmetropolitan Area | $49,020 | 88.86% | $55,165 |
| Wisconsin | $48,910 | 93.19% | $52,484 |
| U.S. | $54,880 | – | $54,880 |
Salary Ranges for Education and Experience
In Western Wisconsin Nonmetropolitan Area, 50% of Social Workers earn between $38,520 and $60,180 a year, depending on factors such as level of education, experience, location and place of employment.
About 10% of Social Workers earn more than $61,400, which is a rate for highly skilled, experienced and educated Social Workers.
Approximately 10% of Social Workers earn under $31,160, a rate generally reserved for less experienced or entry level Social Workers.
| Percent | Experience | Employed | Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10% | Less than a Year | 22 | Under $31,160 |
| 15% | 2 – 4 years | 33 | $31,160 – $38,520 |
| 25% | 5 – 9 years | 55 | $38,520 – $47,390 |
| 25% | 10 – 14 years | 55 | $47,390 – $60,180 |
| 15% | 15 – 20 years | 33 | $47,390 – $61,400 |
| 10% | 20+ years | 22 | Above $61,400 |
Salary Compared to Related Professions
With an average annual salary of $49,020, Western Wisconsin Nonmetropolitan Area Social Workers tend to earn less than Clinical and Counseling Psychologists ($88,720), School Psychologists ($57,150), Substance Abuse Counselors ($56,180), and Health Care Social Workers ($52,660).
| Title | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| Clinical and Counseling Psychologists | $88,720 |
| School Psychologists | $57,150 |
| Substance Abuse Counselors | $56,180 |
| Health Care Social Workers | $52,660 |
| Social Workers | $49,020 |
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