Social Worker Salary Guide: Michigan
Average Social Worker Salary
Average Social Worker Salary
$38.87/hour
The average salary for a Social Worker in Michigan is $38.87 per hour. This is 1% higher than the US average of $38.56.
Last updated on June 18, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Social Worker salaries in Michigan compared to National Averages
Social Worker salaries in Michigan compared to National Averages
$38.87/hour
Michigan
1% higher than the US average.
$38.56/hour
United States
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Social Worker jobs in Michigan?
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Social Worker jobs in Michigan?
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Patterns Hiring - Perm | $42 | $42 |
| Detroit Medical Center | $39 | $39 |
Last updated on June 18, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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View job details for Social Work - Case Management
Staff Position
Social Work - Case Management
- DMC Huron Valley-Sinai Hospital
- Commerce Township, MI
- 5x8 hrs
$32-45/hour
View job details for Adult Outpatient Mental Health Supervisor
Staff Position
Adult Outpatient Mental Health Supervisor
- Patterns Hiring - Perm
- Taylor, MI
- 5x8 hrs
$35-48/hour
Posted 3 days ago
View job details for Social Work - Master of Social Work
Staff Position
Social Work - Master of Social Work
- Heartland Hospice
- Bad Axe, MI
$56K-90K/year
View job details for Social Work - Social Worker
Staff Position
Social Work - Social Worker
- Elara Caring
- Jackson, MI
$55K-85K/year
Posted Today
View job details for Social Work - Social Worker
Staff Position
Social Work - Social Worker
- Elara Caring
- Bingham Farms, MI
$55K-85K/year
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