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 13% lower than the US average of $40.24.
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
13% lower than the US average.
$40.24/hour
United States
What cities in New York pay the most for Social Workers?
Only Manhattan, New York reports pay data for Social Workers, averaging $42 per hour. Manhattan, New York also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $42. 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 |
What type of Social Workers make the most money in New York?
Only Social Worker reports pay data among Social Work specialties in New York, averaging $37 per hour. Social Worker also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $45. For comparison, the New York average for Social Workers is $36 per hour — Social Worker earns 4% more.
| Specialty | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Social Worker | $37 | $45 |
How does the pay for Social Workers in New York compare to nearby states?
Michigan pays Social Workers the most, averaging $39 per hour, followed by Ohio ($38) and Virginia ($29). Virginia has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $47. For comparison, the New York average for Social Workers is $36 per hour — Michigan pays 9% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | $39 | $46 |
| Ohio | $38 | $41 |
| Virginia | $29 | $47 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Social Worker jobs in New York?
United Health Services pays Social Workers the most, averaging $39 per hour, followed by FreedomCare ($27). United Health Services also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $42. For comparison, the New York average for Social Workers is $36 per hour — United Health Services pays 10% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| United Health Services | $39 | $42 |
| FreedomCare | $27 | $31 |
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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