What are the main factors that influence a Social Case Worker's salary?

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

How does experience change A Social Case Worker's salary?

A Social Case Worker's salary grows with experience: a Case Manager (RN) (2-4 years)earns $72,998, a Social Case Worker (4-7 years)earns $94,460, a Case Management Manager (7+ years)earns $115,026, a Case Management Director (7+ years)earns $180,658,

What are the highest paying states for a Social Case Worker?

Social Case Worker salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Social Case Worker roles are District of Columbia $101,103, California $100,720, Massachusetts $99,377. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Social Case Worker roles make?

Salaries for Social Case Worker level roles vary by specialization: Case Manager Social Worker: $93,442; Licensed Clinical Social Worker: $83,581; Case Worker: $83,373; Medical Social Worker (MSW) - Home Care: $72,370; Clinical Mental Health Social Worker - MSW: $66,300.

Social Case Worker Salary in Delaware

How much does a Social Case Worker make in Delaware?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Social Case Worker in Delaware is $92,474 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $44.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $110,197
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $82,943 to $101,751
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $74,265

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Social Case Worker Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$101,751	$8,479	$1,957	$49
Average	$92,474	$7,706	$1,778	$44
25th Percentile	$82,943	$6,912	$1,595	$40

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Key Factors That Influence Social Case Worker Salaries

A Social Case Worker'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 Do Social Case Worker 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 Social Case Workers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $101,103.
California: $100,720.
Massachusetts: $99,377.

District of Columbia $101,103 California $100,720 Massachusetts $99,377 Washington $99,012 New Jersey $98,975 Alaska $98,848 Connecticut $97,587 New York $97,076

Hawaii $95,442 Rhode Island $94,675 Maryland $94,154 Minnesota $93,442 Colorado $93,168 Illinois $93,077 Oregon $92,730 Delaware $92,474

New Hampshire $92,313 Virginia $91,953 Pennsylvania $90,903 Nevada $90,374 North Dakota $90,200 Michigan $89,926 Wisconsin $89,826 Vermont $89,625

Texas $89,068 Maine $89,031 Arizona $88,977 Ohio $88,913 Georgia $88,073 Indiana $87,653 Wyoming $87,570 Utah $87,442

Iowa $87,388 Kansas $86,949 Louisiana $86,822 North Carolina $86,776 Missouri $86,758 Florida $86,401 Montana $86,210 Nebraska $86,027

Kentucky $85,927 South Carolina $85,561 Tennessee $85,333 Idaho $85,242 New Mexico $84,575 Oklahoma $84,429 Alabama $83,890 South Dakota $82,986

Arkansas $82,493 West Virginia $82,228 Mississippi $81,434

Top Paying Cities for Social Case Workers

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: $92,057
Little Creek: $92,731
Magnolia: $92,598

Lincoln, DE $92,057 Little Creek, DE $92,731 Magnolia, DE $92,598 Milford, DE $92,291 Marydel, DE $92,443 Millsboro, DE $91,671 Millville, DE $91,813 Milton, DE $91,972

Nassau, DE $92,038 Ocean View, DE $91,797 Rehoboth Beach, DE $91,973 Seaford, DE $92,026 Selbyville, DE $91,645 Smyrna, DE $92,795 Viola, DE $92,368 Woodside, DE $92,616

Bear, DE $92,403 Newark, DE $92,368 Claymont, DE $92,557 Delaware City, DE $92,460 Hockessin, DE $92,360 Kirkwood, DE $92,443 Middletown, DE $92,478 Montchanin, DE $92,381

New Castle, DE $92,394 Odessa, DE $92,524 Port Penn, DE $92,586 Rockland, DE $92,390 Saint Georges, DE $92,449 Townsend, DE $92,592 Winterthur, DE $92,401 Lewes, DE $92,007

Wilmington, DE $92,364 Dover, DE $92,731 Dover Afb, DE $92,243 Bethany Beach, DE $91,700 Bethel, DE $91,795 Bridgeville, DE $92,012 Camden Wyoming, DE $92,470 Cheswold, DE $92,701

Clayton, DE $92,704 Dagsboro, DE $91,637 Delmar, DE $91,490 Ellendale, DE $91,767 Felton, DE $92,284 Fenwick Island, DE $91,657 Frankford, DE $91,497 Frederica, DE $92,375

Georgetown, DE $91,602 Greenwood, DE $92,026 Harbeson, DE $91,700 Harrington, DE $92,167 Hartly, DE $92,454 Houston, DE $92,036 Kenton, DE $92,709 Laurel, DE $91,547

Yorklyn, DE $92,387

Social Case Worker Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Social Case Worker'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.

Last Updated on May 01, 2026

$82,943

Average $92,474/year

$101,751

$6,912

Average $7,706/month

$8,479

$1,595

Average $1,778/week

$1,957

$40

Average $44/hour

$49

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$101,751	$8,479	$1,957	$49
Average	$92,474	$7,706	$1,778	$44
25th Percentile	$82,943	$6,912	$1,595	$40

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