PsychPrograms.com Updated July 17, 2026 Social Worker Salary
National salary data — Bureau of Labor Statistics
10th Percentile
$42,790
Median Salary
$61,780
90th Percentile
$100,090
Salary by State — Top 10 Highest Paying
| State | Median Salary | Employment |
|---|---|---|
| California | $77,600 | 58,000+ |
| New Jersey | $74,200 | 12,500+ |
| Connecticut | $72,900 | 6,800+ |
| Massachusetts | $71,300 | 14,200+ |
| Washington | $70,400 | 10,100+ |
| Maryland | $69,000 | 9,800+ |
| New York | $68,600 | 42,000+ |
| Oregon | $66,800 | 5,900+ |
| Minnesota | $66,000 | 8,700+ |
| Colorado | $65,100 | 7,200+ |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics via PsychPrograms.com
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