Social and Human Service Assistants Hourly Pay
As of May 2025, the median hourly wage for social and human service assistants in the United States was $22.08, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OES survey.
Hourly Wage Percentiles
| Percentile | Hourly Wage |
|---|---|
| 10th | $16.44 |
| 25th | $18.34 |
| Median | $22.08 |
| 75th | $26.13 |
| 90th | $30.43 |
Data source: BLS OES national file · U.S. BLS OES survey, May 2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do social and human service assistants make an hour?
The median hourly wage is $22.08; the mean hourly wage is $22.93.
What is the entry-level hourly pay for social and human service assistants?
Workers at the 10th percentile earn about $16.44 per hour — a common proxy for entry-level pay.
What is the top hourly pay for social and human service assistants?
Workers at the 90th percentile earn about $30.43 per hour.