SocialWork.Career

Bureau of Labor Statistics, May 2024 $61,330 Median annual salary for social workers, about $29.50/hour. Your actual salary depends on where you live, your credentials, your setting, and your career path. Social work employment is projected to grow 6% through 2034, faster than the average for all occupations. What Most Social Workers Earn By Experience Level ExperienceTypical Range Starting out (0-2 years)$42,000 - $48,000 Getting established (3-5 years)$48,000 - $60,000 Experienced (5-10 years)$60,000 - $70,000 Top 10% (usually 10+ years)$80,000+ Simple rule: Most social workers earn between $48,000 and $70,000. The national median is $61,330. If you are significantly below that with solid experience, it is worth investigating whether you are being paid fairly. To understand the structural forces behind these numbers, read why social workers are underpaid. By Specialty (BLS May 2024) SpecialtyMedian Annual Salary Child, family, and school … [Read More...] about Social Worker Salary Guide 2026: What You Should Really Be Earning