Social Worker Salary Guide: New York
Average Social Worker Salary
$35.61/hour
The average salary for a Social Worker in New York is $35.61 per hour. This is 30% lower than the US average of $46.32.
Last updated on September 22, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Social Worker salaries in New York compared to National Averages
$35.61/hour
New York
30% lower than the US average.
$46.32/hour
United States
What cities in New York pay the most for Social Workers?
Manhattan, New York pays Social Workers the most, averaging $42 per hour, followed by Brooklyn, New York ($39). Brooklyn, New York has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $46. For comparison, the New York average for Social Workers is $36 per hour — Manhattan, New York pays 17% more.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Manhattan, New York | $42 | $42 |
| Brooklyn, New York | $39 | $46 |
What type of Social Workers make the most money in New York?
Licensed Clinical Social Worker earns the most among Social Work specialties in New York, averaging $46 per hour, followed by Master of Social Work ($38) and Social Worker ($37). Licensed Clinical Social Worker also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $51. For comparison, the New York average for Social Workers is $36 per hour — Licensed Clinical Social Worker earns 29% more.
| Specialty | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Licensed Clinical Social Worker | $46 | $51 |
| Master of Social Work | $38 | $40 |
| Social Worker | $37 | $45 |
How does the pay for Social Workers in New York compare to nearby states?
Maryland pays Social Workers the most, averaging $36 per hour, followed by New Jersey ($32) and Massachusetts ($30). Massachusetts has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $49. For comparison, the New York average for Social Workers is $36 per hour, roughly in line with Maryland.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Maryland | $36 | $36 |
| New Jersey | $32 | $32 |
| Massachusetts | $30 | $49 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Social Worker jobs in New York?
Only FreedomCare reports pay data for Social Workers, averaging $25 per hour. For comparison, the New York average for Social Workers is $36 per hour — FreedomCare pays 30% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| FreedomCare | $25 | $25 |
Last updated on September 22, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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