Social Worker Salary Guide
Average Social Worker Salary
$40.68/hour
The average salary for a Social Worker is $40.68 per hour. This is 14% lower than the social work US average of $46.40.
Last updated on November 7, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Salaries for Social Worker compared to Social Worker National Averages
$40.68/hour
14% lower than the social work US average.
$46.40/hour
United States
Where do Licensed Social Workers get paid the most?
California pays Social Workers the most, averaging $47 per hour, followed by Wisconsin ($45) and New York ($36). California also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $58. For comparison, the national average for Social Workers is $41 per hour — California pays 16% more.
| State | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| California | $47 | $58 |
| Wisconsin | $45 | $48 |
| New York | $36 | $46 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Social Worker jobs?
Pennant Services pays Social Workers the most, averaging $38 per hour, followed by Gentiva ($29) and Tampa General Hospital ($28). Pennant Services also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $48. For comparison, the national average for Social Workers is $41 per hour — Pennant Services pays 7% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Pennant Services | $38 | $48 |
| Gentiva | $29 | $29 |
| Tampa General Hospital | $28 | $28 |
| UW Health | $27 | $27 |
| FreedomCare | $25 | $25 |
Last updated on November 7, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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