Benchmark Salary Information
Rankings for Eastern Oregon Nonmetropolitan Area
Compared to Oregon
Eastern Oregon Nonmetropolitan Area Social Workers earn an average of $54,040 or $25.98 per hour which is 1% less than the Oregon average salary of $54,790.
| Average | Eastern Oregon Nonmetropolitan Area | Oregon | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hourly Wage | $25.98 | $26.34 | -1.37% |
| Annual Salary | $54,040 | $54,790 | -1.37% |
Compared to the U.S.
Eastern Oregon Nonmetropolitan Area Social Workers earn an average of $54,040 or $25.98 per hour which is 1% less than the U.S. average salary of $54,880.
| Average | Eastern Oregon Nonmetropolitan Area | U.S. | % |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hourly Wage | $25.98 | $26.39 | -1.55% |
| Annual Salary | $54,040 | $54,880 | -1.53% |
Salary Adjusted for Cost-of-Living
When adjusted for cost-of-living, Social Workers in Eastern Oregon Nonmetropolitan Area earns an average annual salary of $56,128 which compares to the Oregon average annual salary of $54,790. per year.
Cost-of-living in Eastern Oregon Nonmetropolitan Area is 4% less than the Oregon average, which means Eastern Oregon Nonmetropolitan Area residents have an overall less cost for food, housing, utilities and transportation compared to Oregon average.
| Location | Average Annual Wage | Cost of Living | Adjusted COL Wage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eastern Oregon Nonmetropolitan Area | $54,040 | 96.28% | $56,128 |
| Oregon | $54,790 | 102.62% | $53,391 |
| U.S. | $54,880 | – | $54,880 |
Salary Ranges for Education and Experience
In Eastern Oregon Nonmetropolitan Area, 50% of Social Workers earn between $37,060 and $62,490 a year, depending on factors such as level of education, experience, location and place of employment.
About 10% of Social Workers earn more than $76,410, which is a rate for highly skilled, experienced and educated Social Workers.
Approximately 10% of Social Workers earn under $36,490, a rate generally reserved for less experienced or entry level Social Workers.
| Percent | Experience | Employed | Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10% | Less than a Year | 23 | Under $36,490 |
| 15% | 2 – 4 years | 34 | $36,490 – $37,060 |
| 25% | 5 – 9 years | 58 | $37,060 – $54,220 |
| 25% | 10 – 14 years | 58 | $54,220 – $62,490 |
| 15% | 15 – 20 years | 34 | $54,220 – $76,410 |
| 10% | 20+ years | 23 | Above $76,410 |
Salary Compared to Related Professions
With an average annual salary of $54,040, Eastern Oregon Nonmetropolitan Area Social Workers tend to earn less than School Psychologists ($77,640), and Health Care Social Workers ($68,710).
However, Social Workers tend to earn more than Substance Abuse Counselors ($53,940).
| Title | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| School Psychologists | $77,640 |
| Health Care Social Workers | $68,710 |
| Social Workers | $54,040 |
| Substance Abuse Counselors | $53,940 |
FAQ for Eastern Oregon Nonmetropolitan Area Social Workers
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