Benchmark Salary Information
Rankings for Eastern New Mexico Nonmetropolitan Area
Compared to New Mexico
Eastern New Mexico Nonmetropolitan Area Social Workers earn an average of $49,950 or $24.01 per hour which is 6% more than the New Mexico average salary of $46,870.
| Average | Eastern New Mexico Nonmetropolitan Area | New Mexico | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hourly Wage | $24.01 | $22.54 | 6.52% |
| Annual Salary | $49,950 | $46,870 | 6.57% |
Compared to the U.S.
Eastern New Mexico Nonmetropolitan Area Social Workers earn an average of $49,950 or $24.01 per hour which is 8% less than the U.S. average salary of $54,880.
| Average | Eastern New Mexico Nonmetropolitan Area | U.S. | % |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hourly Wage | $24.01 | $26.39 | -9.02% |
| Annual Salary | $49,950 | $54,880 | -8.98% |
Salary Adjusted for Cost-of-Living
When adjusted for cost-of-living, Social Workers in Eastern New Mexico Nonmetropolitan Area earns an average annual salary of $57,125 which compares to the New Mexico average annual salary of $46,870. per year.
Cost-of-living in Eastern New Mexico Nonmetropolitan Area is 13% less than the New Mexico average, which means Eastern New Mexico Nonmetropolitan Area residents have an overall less cost for food, housing, utilities and transportation compared to New Mexico average.
| Location | Average Annual Wage | Cost of Living | Adjusted COL Wage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eastern New Mexico Nonmetropolitan Area | $49,950 | 87.44% | $57,125 |
| New Mexico | $46,870 | 91.57% | $51,185 |
| U.S. | $54,880 | – | $54,880 |
Salary Ranges for Education and Experience
In Eastern New Mexico Nonmetropolitan Area, 50% of Social Workers earn between $37,180 and $61,190 a year, depending on factors such as level of education, experience, location and place of employment.
About 10% of Social Workers earn more than $76,740, which is a rate for highly skilled, experienced and educated Social Workers.
Approximately 10% of Social Workers earn under $30,600, a rate generally reserved for less experienced or entry level Social Workers.
| Percent | Experience | Employed | Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10% | Less than a Year | 39 | Under $30,600 |
| 15% | 2 – 4 years | 58 | $30,600 – $37,180 |
| 25% | 5 – 9 years | 98 | $37,180 – $47,760 |
| 25% | 10 – 14 years | 98 | $47,760 – $61,190 |
| 15% | 15 – 20 years | 58 | $47,760 – $76,740 |
| 10% | 20+ years | 39 | Above $76,740 |
Salary Compared to Related Professions
With an average annual salary of $49,950, Eastern New Mexico Nonmetropolitan Area Social Workers tend to earn less than School Psychologists ($87,180), Psychology Teachers ($82,910), Marriage and Family Therapists ($60,430), Substance Abuse Counselors ($59,390), and Health Care Social Workers ($57,700).
| Title | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| School Psychologists | $87,180 |
| Psychology Teachers | $82,910 |
| Marriage and Family Therapists | $60,430 |
| Substance Abuse Counselors | $59,390 |
| Health Care Social Workers | $57,700 |
| Social Workers | $49,950 |
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