Social and Human Service Assistant salary
From 52 certified H-1B filings (FY2025–FY2026). Base salary only.
- Occupation code 21-1093: Social and Human Service Assistants
At a glance
- Mostly Level I (entry-level). 65% of Social and Human Service Assistant filings are Level I, compared with 19% across all H-1B filings.
- Top filer: Wayside Youth & Family Support Network. 12 filings (23% of the total), median $50,724.
- Median up 13% since FY2023. From $47,320 in FY2023 to $53,560 in FY2026 (Q1–Q3). Nominal, not adjusted for inflation.
Social and Human Service Assistant H-1B salary overview
Employers filed 52 certified H-1B Labor Condition Applications for Social and Human Service Assistant jobs in FY2025–FY2026 (occupation code 21-1093, Social and Human Service Assistants). The median base salary is $45,552, 63% below the median for all H-1B filings ($122,699), and half of the filings fall between $37,014 and $53,272. The most common wage level is Level I (entry-level), at 65% of filings. Boston, MA has the most filings (12), and Wayside Youth & Family Support Network is the employer that files the most (12).
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Top employers for Social and Human Service Assistant
Employers with the most Social and Human Service Assistant filings. Bar: share of all Social and Human Service Assistant filings. Figure: median base salary.
Pay by level
Entry-level · 65% of filings
Mid-level · 35% of filings
Senior · 0% of filings
Expert · 0% of filings
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By experience level
| Wage level | Median | Filings |
|---|---|---|
| Level I · Entry | $42,224 | 28 |
| Level II · Qualified | $45,760 | 15 |
| Level III · Experienced | – | 0 |
| Level IV · Fully competent | – | 0 |
Median shown when a level has at least 10 filings.
Social and Human Service Assistant pay by city
Median base salary in each metro area. Rent: HUD Fair Market Rent, FY2027.
Show all 2 metro areas
| Metro area | Median | Filings |
|---|---|---|
| Boston, MA | $47,705 | 12 |
| Philadelphia, PA | $33,700 | 11 |
Metro areas with at least 10 filings for this occupation.
What a Social and Human Service Assistant does
Assist other social and human service providers in providing client services in a wide variety of fields, such as psychology, rehabilitation, or social work, including support for families. May assist clients in identifying and obtaining available benefits and social and community services. May assist social workers with developing, organizing, and conducting programs to prevent and resolve problems relevant to substance abuse, human relationships, rehabilitation, or dependent care.
Typical tasks
- Assess clients' cognitive abilities and physical and emotional needs to determine appropriate interventions.
- Develop and implement behavioral management and care plans for clients.
- Keep records or prepare reports for owner or management concerning visits with clients.
- Visit individuals in homes or attend group meetings to provide information on agency services, requirements, or procedures.
- Submit reports and review reports or problems with superior.
- Interview individuals or family members to compile information on social, educational, criminal, institutional, or drug history.
Preparation
Job Zone Four: Considerable Preparation Needed. Most of these occupations require a four-year bachelor's degree, but some do not.
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H-1B pay vs. all U.S. workers
Across all U.S. workers in this occupation (Social and Human Service Assistants), the median annual wage was $45,930 in May 2025, with 437,860 people employed. The median H-1B base salary in FY2025–FY2026 is $45,552, 1% lower.
| H-1B filings | All U.S. workers (BLS, May 2025) | |
|---|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $33,700 | $34,200 |
| 25th percentile | $37,014 | $38,150 |
| Median | $45,552 | $45,930 |
| 75th percentile | $53,272 | $54,350 |
| 90th percentile | $60,237 | $63,290 |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS). BLS wages cover all wage and salary workers and include some incentive pay; H-1B figures are the base salary offered on certified LCAs. The two sources cover different periods. BLS reports wages of $239,200 or more as a single top value.
Salary details
Salary range
| Percentile | Salary |
|---|---|
| 10th | $33,700 |
| 25th | $37,014 |
| 50th (median) | $45,552 |
| 75th | $53,272 |
| 90th | $60,237 |
Salary by year
Median salary
Filings per year
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| Fiscal year | Median | P25 | P75 | Filings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2020 | – | – | – | 8 |
| FY2021 | – | – | – | 6 |
| FY2022 | – | – | – | 6 |
| FY2023 | $47,320 | $45,760 | $49,010 | 12 |
| FY2024 | $43,680 | $39,520 | $48,000 | 25 |
| FY2025 | $44,366 | $34,270 | $48,920 | 35 |
| FY2026 | $53,560 | $45,344 | $56,090 | 17 |
Questions
How much does an H-1B Social and Human Service Assistant make?
The median base salary in certified H-1B filings for Social and Human Service Assistant jobs is $45,552 (52 filings, FY2025–FY2026). Half of the filings are between $37,014 and $53,272.
What does an entry-level Social and Human Service Assistant earn on an H-1B?
Level I (entry-level) filings have a median of $42,224. Level I accounts for 65% of Social and Human Service Assistant filings.
Do H-1B Social and Human Service Assistants earn more than other U.S. workers in the same job?
The H-1B median base salary ($45,552) is 1% lower than the median wage of all U.S. workers in this occupation ($45,930, BLS May 2025). The sources measure pay differently, so treat this as a rough comparison.