Provide individuals, families, and groups with the psychosocial support needed to cope with chronic, acute, or terminal illnesses. Services include advising family caregivers. Provide patients with information and counseling, and make referrals for other services. May also provide case and care management or interventions designed to promote health, prevent disease, and address barriers to access to healthcare.
Annual wage data for Healthcare Social Workers (2024)
Estimated Total Employment (U.S.)
185,940
Line chart of annual wages by percentile. U.S. is the solid line. 10th percentile: U.S. $45,030. 25th percentile: U.S. $55,360. 50th percentile: U.S. $68,090. 75th percentile: U.S. $83,410. 90th percentile: U.S. $100,870. Use the left and right arrow keys to move between percentiles.
| Metric | U.S. |
|---|---|
| 10% of workers earn the following or less | $45,030 |
| 10% of workers earn the following or more | $100,870 |
| Workers on average earn | $72,030 |
+ indicates wage is at or above the BLS reporting cap ($239,200/year)
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