Social and Human Service Assistants Salary in U.S.
The median pay for a social and human service assistants in U.S. is $45,120/year ($21.69/hour), per BLS data. The range runs from $33K at the entry level to $64K for experienced workers.
AffordMap analysis of BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (latest release, May 2024)
So what does $45K get you in U.S.?
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Compensation breakdown
Annual earnings by percentile, U.S.
Entry-level social and human service assistants (10th percentile) start around $33K. Mid-career wages sit at $45K.Top earners bring in $64K or more - a $31K spread from bottom to top.
Social and Human Service Assistants pay across states
Median income ranked highest to lowest, compared to the national figure
| State | Median salary | vs. national | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | $57K | +27% | 1,880 |
| California | $52K | +15% | 58,830 |
| Washington | $50K | +11% | 6,850 |
| New Jersey | $49K | +9% | 15,060 |
| Minnesota | $49K | +8% | 11,290 |
| Oregon | $49K | +8% | 10,820 |
| Rhode Island | $48K | +6% | 2,020 |
| Massachusetts | $47K | +5% | 11,870 |
| North Dakota | $47K | +4% | 1,280 |
| Wisconsin | $46K | +3% | 6,950 |
| Vermont | $46K | +3% | 2,150 |
| Maine | $46K | +3% | 4,620 |
| New York | $46K | +2% | 40,700 |
| Alaska | $46K | +2% | 1,070 |
| Idaho | $46K | +2% | 3,450 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do social and human service assistants make in U.S.?
The median is $45,120 a year - that works out to about $21.69 an hour. The range is wide: entry-level workers start around $33,280, and experienced social and human service assistants can clear $63,850. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.
Is $45K enough to live in U.S.?
On that salary, you'd take home roughly $3,191/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,412/month, which eats 44.2% of your paycheck. That's above the 30% rule of thumb - housing will be a stretch at the median salary, though you can manage with roommates or a smaller place.
How far does a social and human service assistants salary go in U.S.?
U.S. has a Regional Price Parity of 100 (100 is the national average). That's right at the national average. After cost-of-living adjustment, the median social and human service assistants salary is worth about $45,120 in national-average purchasing power.
Where do social and human service assistants get paid the most?
The table above ranks every state by median pay for this role. Keep in mind that the highest-paying states tend to have the highest costs of living, so the top salary doesn't always mean the most money in your pocket.