Social Workers, All Other Salary (2025)
Based on 62,930 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $43,620 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $51,900 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $71,900 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $97,040 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $115,610 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$44K
25th
$52K
Median
$72K
75th
$97K
90th
$116K
Highest Paying States for Social Workers, All Other
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| Nevada | $119,520 |
| Hawaii | $113,580 |
| Rhode Island | $109,640 |
| District of Columbia | $100,760 |
| Massachusetts | $100,020 |
| Oklahoma | $98,650 |
| Washington | $97,200 |
| Missouri | $92,360 |
| South Carolina | $92,120 |
| New Hampshire | $91,760 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Social Workers, All Other salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is Nevada at an average of $119,520 per year, while New Hampshire has an average of $91,760 — a difference of $27,760. 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 Social Workers, All Other
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 62,930 workers were employed as Social Workers, All Others in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Community and Social Service Occupations. The annual mean wage of $75,910 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 21-1029