Healthcare Social Workers Salary (2025)
Based on 187,630 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $46,220 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $56,710 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $67,880 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $82,240 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $100,360 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$46K
25th
$57K
Median
$68K
75th
$82K
90th
$100K
Highest Paying States for Healthcare Social Workers
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| California | $93,840 |
| District of Columbia | $93,120 |
| Oregon | $85,830 |
| New Jersey | $85,340 |
| Connecticut | $83,290 |
| Vermont | $82,720 |
| Hawaii | $82,370 |
| Washington | $81,040 |
| New Hampshire | $80,160 |
| Utah | $78,270 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Healthcare Social Workers salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is California at an average of $93,840 per year, while Utah has an average of $78,270 — a difference of $15,570. These geographic differences reflect variations in cost of living, demand, and local labor market conditions.
Highest Paying Metro Areas
Top cities by average annual wage
About Healthcare Social Workers
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 187,630 workers were employed as Healthcare Social Workerss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Community and Social Service Occupations. The annual mean wage of $71,790 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 21-1022