DOL Median (Boston, MA)
$54,080
vs National
+7.2%
National: $50,450BLS Median (area)
N/A
COL-Adjusted
$36,915
Purchasing power equiv.Salary Comparison
This Location (DOL)
$54,080
+7.2% vs national
National Average (DOL)
$50,450
Baseline
BLS Estimate (This Area)
N/A
No comparison
Purchasing Power Analysis
A Healthcare Social Workers in Boston, MA earns $54,080 in nominal terms, which is 7.2% above the national average of $50,450. After adjusting for the local cost of living (index 146.5 vs national 100), this is equivalent to $36,915 in national-average purchasing power.
Tax differences are not included. Only cost-of-living index adjustments are applied.
Top Employers in Boston, MA
| Employer | Median Salary | Filings |
|---|---|---|
| Hebrew SeniorLife | $60,000 | 1 |
| South Cove Community Health Center, Inc. | $58,240 | 1 |
| Boston Medical Center Corporation | $56,056 | 2 |
| Brigham and Women's Hospital | $54,600 | 1 |
| Tufts Medical Center | $54,080 | 1 |
| Children's Hospital | $41,000 | 3 |
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How much does a Healthcare Social Workers make in Boston, MA?
The median Healthcare Social Workers salary in Boston, MA is $54,080 based on 9 DOL filings.
Is Boston, MA a good place to work as a Healthcare Social Workers?
A Healthcare Social Workers in Boston, MA earns 7.2% more than the national median of $50,450, or $36,915 after adjusting for the local cost of living.
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Source: US Department of Labor, Office of Foreign Labor Certification (OFLC) public disclosure files (PERM Form ETA-9089 and LCA Form ETA-9035), and US Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS). Salary figures represent employer filings and government survey estimates, not individual worker pay.