Social Worker SalaryThe average Social Worker Salary is calculated by the US Government Bureau of Labor Statistics from a variety of sources. Social workers work in a number of settings including hospitals, clinics, public health, and social services departments . Social worker wages vary depending on the location and the setting. The assumption was made that the social workers reflected here were working an average of 40 hours per week with a total of 2080 hours per year. Social Worker Salary: Median Hourly & Annual Data Hourly A Social Worker average wage is $24.26 per hour. The lowest 10% earn $13.83 per hour and those in the upper 10% earn more than $36.00 per hour. Annually On an annual basis the median salary is $50,470. The lowest 10% earn a salary of $28,770 per year while the upper 10% earn more than $75000 per year. These salaries are calculated as a mean or average. Lowest and Highest Social Worker Salary The lowest paid Social Worker's earn less with mean or average wages below $14.00 per hour. Presumably this is offset by costs of living and other factors. The lower pay levels are associated with rural areas and schools. The highest pay levels are found in major population areas where the mean or average wage is over $36.00 per hour. Demand and low supply seem to be a significant factor in fueling higher salaries.
Top 5 States The top paying states are South Dakota $65170, Georgia $60390, Arizona $60,250, Mississipi $58,750 and Deleware $57,230. Top 5 Metropolitan Areas The best city or metropolitan areas to earn a Social Worker Salary are Augusta-Richmond GA-SC $64,870, Killeen-Temple-Ft Hood TX $64590, Springfield MA $64350, Oakland CA $64200 and Clarksville TN $64140. Other Industries that Employ Social Workers Insurance companies, Federal Executive branch, military and consulting services also employ social workers. Employment Data According to the US Department of Labor there are approximately 73,250 Social Workers who earn a salary in the Where They Work The majority work in local, state, and federal social and family services departments. A small number are employed by hospitals and clinics. Private Practice vs. Employment Social Workers may be able to establish private practice in family and social services. Opportunity for private practice is limited. Benefits Fringe benefits will vary depending on business size and other factors. To see what a typical benefits package is worth A typical employment benefits package is worth over $20,000 per year. See the complete list of healthcare job descriptions See the complete list of healthcare salary data pages |
