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Social and human service assistants Salary in the United States

Median pay, percentile range, and highest-paying US metros, from official BLS data.

The median salary for Social and human service assistants in the United States is $45,930 per year, about $22 per hour, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Half of all workers in this occupation earn between $38,150 and $54,350 a year.

Median annual salary
$45,930
~$22/hr · ~$3,828/mo
Total US jobs
449.6K
Faster than average
Education
High school diploma
Growth: +6%

Salary range

10th %ile
$34,200
25th %ile
$38,150
Median
$45,930
75th %ile
$54,350
90th %ile
$63,290

Highest-paying US metros for Social and human service assistants

MetroLocal salary
Eau Claire, WI$63,870
Fond du Lac, WI$58,940
Duluth, MN-WI$56,120
Wausau, WI$55,330
Springfield, IL$51,680
Salem, OR$57,560
San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA$60,650
Killeen-Temple, TX$49,610
Minot, ND$47,330
Santa Rosa-Petaluma, CA$58,580

Frequently asked questions

How much do Social and human service assistants make in the US?

The median salary is $45,930 per year (about $22 per hour), according to BLS data. The middle 50% of workers earn between $38,150 and $54,350 a year.

How much do Social and human service assistants make per hour?

About $22 per hour, based on the median annual salary of $45,930 for full-time work (2,080 hours per year).

What education do you need to work as Social and human service assistants?

Typical entry-level education: High school diploma, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Do these salary figures include bonuses or overtime?

No. BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics reflect base wages only: they exclude overtime pay, bonuses, and most benefits.

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Source: US Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics. (May 2025 OEWS.)