Social Worker Salary Guide
Average Social Worker Salary
$46.32/hour
The average salary for a Social Worker is $46.32 per hour.
Last updated on November 9, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Where do Social Workers get paid the most?
Colorado pays Social Workers the most, averaging $55 per hour, followed by Alaska ($54) and Florida ($53). Florida has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $72. For comparison, the national average for Social Workers is $46 per hour — Colorado pays 19% more.
| State | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | $55 | $63 |
| Alaska | $54 | $58 |
| Florida | $53 | $72 |
| Washington | $48 | $69 |
| California | $47 | $58 |
| Hawaii | $47 | $47 |
| Wisconsin | $45 | $48 |
| Oklahoma | $45 | $47 |
| Michigan | $41 | $43 |
| Texas | $41 | $41 |
| Missouri | $38 | $45 |
| Ohio | $38 | $41 |
| Arizona | $37 | $38 |
| Maryland | $36 | $36 |
| New York | $36 | $46 |
| Oregon | $34 | $34 |
| Illinois | $32 | $40 |
| New Jersey | $32 | $32 |
| District of Columbia | $31 | $43 |
| Massachusetts | $30 | $49 |
| Virginia | $29 | $47 |
| Georgia | $28 | $31 |
| North Carolina | $27 | $28 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Social Worker jobs?
Adventist Health pays Social Workers the most, averaging $43 per hour, followed by Pennant Services ($39) and Perm Staff Jobs ($39). Perm Staff Jobs has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $72. For comparison, the national average for Social Workers is $46 per hour — Adventist Health pays 6% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Adventist Health | $43 | $43 |
| Pennant Services | $39 | $48 |
| Perm Staff Jobs | $39 | $72 |
| Detroit Medical Center | $39 | $39 |
| CloudinfraIT Inc | $36 | $36 |
| CoreCivic | $36 | $36 |
| Graham Healthcare Group | $31 | $31 |
| Gentiva | $29 | $29 |
| Tampa General Hospital | $28 | $28 |
| UW Health | $27 | $27 |
Last updated on November 9, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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What professional certifications can potentially increase my salary as a Social Worker?
Social workers can specialize in several fields, so numerous certifications may potentially increase your salary or qualify you for roles with greater responsibilities and better wages. The National Association of Social Workers offers numerous professional certificates in social work by specialty, including:
Certified Advanced Practice Social Worker (APSW)
Clinical Social Worker in Gerontology (CSW-G)
Certified Advanced Social Work Case Manager (C-ASWCM)
Certified Clinical Alcohol, Tobacco & Other Drugs Social Worker (C-CATODSW)
Certified Social Work Case Manager (C-SWCM)
Certified Social Worker in Health Care (C-SWHC)
Masters in Social Work (MSW)