How much does a healthcare social worker make in Jackson?
$61,890a year
Median yearly pay for healthcare social workers in the Jackson, MS metro area. That is $29.75 an hour or $5,158 a month.
- Hourly
- $29.75
- Vs. national median
- -9%
- Rank among cities
- 246 of 374
- Jobs in the area
- 360
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $44,500Median: $61,890Highest 10%: $86,780
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $44,500 | $21.39 | |
| 25th | $53,520 | $25.73 | |
| Median | $61,890 | $29.75 | |
| 75th | $72,420 | $34.82 | |
| 90th | $86,780 | $41.72 |
Other cities in Mississippi
Median yearly pay for healthcare social workers.
| Memphis, TN | $64,430 |
| Gulfport, MS | $57,200 |
| Hattiesburg, MS | $55,330 |
Related jobs in Jackson
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Social Worker | $94,520 |
| Educational | $58,620 |
| Clergy | $57,110 |
| Health Education Specialist | $50,420 |
| Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Worker | $48,610 |
| Substance Abuse | $47,380 |
| Community and Social Service Specialist | $46,840 |
| Child | $46,610 |
| Rehabilitation Counselor | $43,120 |
| Community Health Worker | $41,990 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a healthcare social worker make an hour in Jackson?
The median hourly pay in the Jackson, MS metro area is $29.75 ($61,890 a year).
Do healthcare social workers make more in Jackson than the national average?
No: $61,890 against $67,880 nationally, 9% less.
How does Jackson compare with the rest of Mississippi?
The median in Mississippi is $62,250, so Jackson pays 1% less.
Where does Jackson rank for healthcare social worker pay?
246 of 374 metro areas with data.
How much does a healthcare social worker make starting out in Jackson?
The lowest-paid 10% make $44,500 or less a year; the top 10% make $86,780 or more.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.