HOW MUCH DOES THE JOB PAY?

 

There are more child, family, and school social workers than any other type of social worker. The middle half of child, family, and school social workers made between $29,590 and $49,060 in 2006. The lowest-paid 10 percent made less than $24,480. The highest-paid 10 percent made more than $62,530.

 

The middle half of medical and public health social workers made between $34,110 and $53,740 in 2006. The lowest-paid 10 percent made less than $27,280. The highest-paid 10 percent made more than $64,070.

 

The middle half of mental health and substance abuse social workers made between $27,940 and $45,720 in 2006. The lowest-paid 10 percent made less than $22,490. The highest-paid 10 percent made more than $57,630.

 

Year 2025 Mean Salary Potential: $75240