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Healthcare Social Workers Salary in Massachusetts
Ranked #12 of 51 · MA
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of healthcare social workerss in Massachusetts earn between $51,270 and $102,070. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean healthcare social workers salary in Massachusetts is $77,000, about 7.3% above the U.S. average ($71,790). That works out to roughly $37/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Massachusetts
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH | $78,410 | $79,100 | 4,950 |
| Barnstable Town, MA | $78,160 | $76,020 | 180 |
| Worcester, MA | $74,520 | $74,320 | 850 |
| Amherst Town-Northampton, MA | $72,720 | $70,700 | 110 |
| Springfield, MA | $68,150 | $73,050 | 600 |
| Pittsfield, MA | $59,110 | $67,260 | 140 |
| Massachusetts nonmetropolitan area | $58,300 | $65,440 | 130 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do healthcare social workers make in Massachusetts?
The median healthcare social workers salary in Massachusetts is $76,440 per year (mean $77,000), and about 80% earn between $51,270 and $102,070.
How much do healthcare social workers make per hour in Massachusetts?
Roughly $37 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $77,000 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Massachusetts a high-paying state for healthcare social workers?
Massachusetts ranks #12 of 51 states for healthcare social workers pay. Its mean salary of $77,000 is about 7.3% above the U.S. average of $71,790.
Which metro areas in Massachusetts pay healthcare social workers the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Massachusetts for healthcare social workers are Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH ($78,410), Barnstable Town, MA ($78,160), Worcester, MA ($74,520), by median annual wage.