What are the main factors that influence a Lcsw's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What industry pays the highest salary for Lcsw?

The Insurance industry offers the highest average compensation for Lcsw roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change A Lcsw's salary?

A Lcsw's salary grows with experience: starting around $80,980 for beginners, reaching about $85,754 at mid-level, and approach $90,282 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Lcsw?

Lcsw salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Lcsw roles are District of Columbia $90,771, California $90,427, Massachusetts $89,222. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Lcsw roles make?

Salaries for Lcsw level roles vary by specialization: Psychologist or LCSW: $96,462; LCSW Clinical Supervisor: $86,795; Clinician LCSW: $86,710; LCSW Resident in Counseling: $85,226; LCSW LMSW: $84,257.

Lcsw Salary in Delaware

How much does a Lcsw make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Lcsw in Delaware is $83,024 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $40.

However, a Lcsw's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $99,773
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $73,212 to $91,791
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $64,280

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Lcsw Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$91,791	$7,649	$1,765	$44
Average	$83,024	$6,919	$1,597	$40
25th Percentile	$73,212	$6,101	$1,408	$35

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Key Factors That Influence Lcsw Salaries

A Lcsw's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Lcsw Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Lcsw's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here’s how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $80,980
Early Career (1-2 years): $81,661
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $85,754
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $89,596
Expert (over 8 years): $90,282

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Lcsw	$80,980
Intermediate Level Lcsw	$81,661
Senior Level Lcsw	$85,754
Specialist Level Lcsw	$89,596
Expert Level Lcsw	$90,282

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How Do Lcsw Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Lcsws. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $90,771.
California: $90,427.
Massachusetts: $89,222.

District of Columbia $90,771 California $90,427 Massachusetts $89,222 Washington $88,894 New Jersey $88,861 Alaska $88,746 Connecticut $87,615 New York $87,156

Hawaii $85,688 Rhode Island $85,000 Maryland $84,532 Minnesota $83,893 Colorado $83,647 Illinois $83,565 Oregon $83,253 Delaware $83,024

New Hampshire $82,879 Virginia $82,556 Pennsylvania $81,614 Nevada $81,138 North Dakota $80,982 Michigan $80,736 Wisconsin $80,646 Vermont $80,466

Texas $79,966 Maine $79,933 Arizona $79,884 Ohio $79,826 Georgia $79,072 Indiana $78,695 Wyoming $78,621 Utah $78,507

Iowa $78,457 Kansas $78,064 Louisiana $77,949 North Carolina $77,908 Missouri $77,892 Florida $77,572 Montana $77,400 Nebraska $77,236

Kentucky $77,146 South Carolina $76,818 Tennessee $76,613 Idaho $76,531 New Mexico $75,932 Oklahoma $75,801 Alabama $75,317 South Dakota $74,506

Arkansas $74,063 West Virginia $73,825 Mississippi $73,112

Top Paying Cities for Lcsws

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Lincoln: $82,650
Little Creek: $83,255
Magnolia: $83,135

Lincoln, DE $82,650 Little Creek, DE $83,255 Magnolia, DE $83,135 Milford, DE $82,860 Marydel, DE $82,996 Millsboro, DE $82,303 Millville, DE $82,430 Milton, DE $82,573

Nassau, DE $82,633 Ocean View, DE $82,416 Rehoboth Beach, DE $82,575 Seaford, DE $82,621 Selbyville, DE $82,279 Smyrna, DE $83,312 Viola, DE $82,929 Woodside, DE $83,152

Bear, DE $82,960 Newark, DE $82,929 Claymont, DE $83,098 Delaware City, DE $83,011 Hockessin, DE $82,921 Kirkwood, DE $82,996 Middletown, DE $83,028 Montchanin, DE $82,940

New Castle, DE $82,952 Odessa, DE $83,069 Port Penn, DE $83,125 Rockland, DE $82,948 Saint Georges, DE $83,002 Townsend, DE $83,130 Winterthur, DE $82,958 Lewes, DE $82,605

Wilmington, DE $82,925 Dover, DE $83,255 Dover Afb, DE $82,816 Bethany Beach, DE $82,329 Bethel, DE $82,415 Bridgeville, DE $82,609 Camden Wyoming, DE $83,020 Cheswold, DE $83,228

Clayton, DE $83,230 Dagsboro, DE $82,272 Delmar, DE $82,140 Ellendale, DE $82,389 Felton, DE $82,853 Fenwick Island, DE $82,290 Frankford, DE $82,147 Frederica, DE $82,935

Georgetown, DE $82,241 Greenwood, DE $82,622 Harbeson, DE $82,329 Harrington, DE $82,748 Hartly, DE $83,006 Houston, DE $82,630 Kenton, DE $83,234 Laurel, DE $82,192

Yorklyn, DE $82,946

Lcsw Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Lcsw roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Insurance, offers compensation 20% above the average. Conversely, Lcsw positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Lcsw as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Lcsw

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Insurance	$99,629	$48.0	20%

Lcsw Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Lcsw's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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$73,212

Average $83,024/year

$91,791

$6,101

Average $6,919/month

$7,649

$1,408

Average $1,597/week

$1,765

$35

Average $40/hour

$44

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$91,791	$7,649	$1,765	$44
Average	$83,024	$6,919	$1,597	$40
25th Percentile	$73,212	$6,101	$1,408	$35

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