SOC 21-1029 · May 2025 · United States
Social Workers, All Other
National figures, with pay broken out by state and metro area
The median wage for Social Workers, All Other across the United States is $71,900 per year, measured over 62,930 jobs. The highest state median is in Nevada, at $121,830.
National wage distribution · annual
Shaded band holds the middle 50% of earners
Where the pay is highest for Social Workers, All Other
Pay for this occupation varies by 154.9% between the highest and lowest paying states with published data. Nevada pays $121,830 and Arkansas pays $47,790.
| # | State | Median | Jobs | Relative |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nevada | $121,830 | 370 | |
| 2 | Hawaii | $116,130 | 200 | |
| 3 | Rhode Island | $111,590 | 90 | |
| 4 | New Hampshire | $103,710 | 100 | |
| 5 | Washington | $102,520 | 790 | |
| 6 | Oklahoma | $101,860 | 320 | |
| 7 | Massachusetts | $101,280 | 540 | |
| 8 | Missouri | $98,740 | 590 | |
| 9 | District of Columbia | $96,380 | 350 | |
| 10 | South Carolina | $96,350 | 440 |
States with the most Social Workers, All Other jobs
Top-paying metro areas
| # | Metro area | Median | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Reno | $154,040 | 110 |
| 2 | Stockton | $121,180 | 50 |
| 3 | Las Vegas | $118,250 | 240 |
| 4 | Urban Honolulu | $117,190 | 180 |
| 5 | Worcester | $112,960 | 30 |
| 6 | Amherst Town | $110,990 | 50 |
| 7 | Shreveport | $109,390 | 100 |
| 8 | Providence | $108,740 | 110 |
| 9 | Manchester | $107,060 | 70 |
| 10 | Waco | $105,830 | 50 |
Source and methodology
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025 Salary Explorer is an independent project. It is not affiliated with, or endorsed by, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics or any government agency. Full methodology.
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