Social and Human Service Assistants Salary (2025)
Based on 437,860 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $34,200 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $38,150 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $45,930 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $54,350 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $63,290 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$34K
25th
$38K
Median
$46K
75th
$54K
90th
$63K
Highest Paying States for Social and Human Service Assistants
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| District of Columbia | $60,770 |
| Washington | $55,900 |
| California | $55,100 |
| Oregon | $52,980 |
| Alaska | $52,420 |
| Minnesota | $52,370 |
| New Jersey | $51,770 |
| Maryland | $51,200 |
| Rhode Island | $50,870 |
| Illinois | $50,460 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Social and Human Service Assistants salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is District of Columbia at an average of $60,770 per year, while Illinois has an average of $50,460 — a difference of $10,310. These geographic differences reflect variations in cost of living, demand, and local labor market conditions.
Highest Paying Metro Areas
Top cities by average annual wage
About Social and Human Service Assistants
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 437,860 workers were employed as Social and Human Service Assistantss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Community and Social Service Occupations. The annual mean wage of $47,690 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 21-1093