Social Workers
Salary, job outlook, AI risk & career information
Social Workers in the United States earn a median salary of $61,780 per year — about $30 per hour, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Roughly 811K people work in this occupation nationwide, with projected employment growth of +6%.
Median Salary
$61,780
~$30/hr · ~$5,148/mo
US Jobs
811K
Faster than average
AI & Automation Risk
4/10
Low Risk
AI & Automation Risk
Low Risk 4/10
Social work involves a high degree of interpersonal interaction, empathy, and crisis management in physical environments, which provides a strong barrier against full automation. However, AI will significantly impact the profession by automating administrative tasks like case documentation, assisting in resource research, and providing diagnostic support tools for clinical practitioners.
Salary by City — What You Actually Take Home
City-by-city salary data not available for this occupation. Showing national median only.
Education & Requirements
Education Required
Varies by employer
10-Year Growth
+6% (Faster than average)
Hourly Rate
~$30/hr
Monthly Income
~$5,148/mo
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Data: Bureau of Labor Statistics OOH (2024)