What are the main factors that influence a Human Service Worker'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 Human Service Worker?

The Healthcare industry offers the highest average compensation for Human Service Worker roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change A Human Service Worker's salary?

A Human Service Worker's salary grows with experience: starting around $38,946 for beginners, reaching about $41,496 at mid-level, and approach $41,816 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Human Service Worker?

Human Service Worker salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Human Service Worker roles are District of Columbia $42,982, California $42,818, Massachusetts $42,248. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Human Service Worker roles make?

Salaries for Human Service Worker level roles vary by specialization: Social And Human Service Assistants: $69,985; Human Services Social Worker: $63,259; Human Service Assistant: $51,376; Service Worker: $46,377; Service Worker Environmental Service: $41,640.

Human Service Worker Salary in Delaware

How much does a Human Service Worker make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Human Service Worker in Delaware is $39,313 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $19.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $46,908
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $35,535 to $43,288
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $32,096

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Human Service Worker Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$43,288	$3,607	$832	$21
Average	$39,313	$3,276	$756	$19
25th Percentile	$35,535	$2,961	$683	$17

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Key Factors That Influence Human Service Worker Salaries

A Human Service 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 Experience Level Affects Human Service Worker Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Human Service Worker'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): $38,946
Early Career (1-2 years): $39,703
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $41,496
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $41,688
Expert (over 8 years): $41,816

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Human Service Worker	$38,946
Intermediate Level Human Service Worker	$39,703
Senior Level Human Service Worker	$41,496
Specialist Level Human Service Worker	$41,688
Expert Level Human Service Worker	$41,816

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How Do Human Service 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 Human Service Workers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $42,982.
California: $42,818.
Massachusetts: $42,248.

District of Columbia $42,982 California $42,818 Massachusetts $42,248 Washington $42,093 New Jersey $42,077 Alaska $42,023 Connecticut $41,487 New York $41,270

Hawaii $40,575 Rhode Island $40,249 Maryland $40,027 Minnesota $39,725 Colorado $39,608 Illinois $39,569 Oregon $39,422 Delaware $39,313

New Hampshire $39,245 Virginia $39,092 Pennsylvania $38,645 Nevada $38,420 North Dakota $38,346 Michigan $38,230 Wisconsin $38,187 Vermont $38,102

Texas $37,865 Maine $37,850 Arizona $37,826 Ohio $37,799 Georgia $37,442 Indiana $37,263 Wyoming $37,228 Utah $37,174

Iowa $37,151 Kansas $36,964 Louisiana $36,910 North Carolina $36,891 Missouri $36,883 Florida $36,731 Montana $36,650 Nebraska $36,572

Kentucky $36,530 South Carolina $36,374 Tennessee $36,277 Idaho $36,238 New Mexico $35,955 Oklahoma $35,893 Alabama $35,664 South Dakota $35,280

Arkansas $35,070 West Virginia $34,957 Mississippi $34,620

Top Paying Cities for Human Service 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: $39,136
Little Creek: $39,422
Magnolia: $39,366

Lincoln, DE $39,136 Little Creek, DE $39,422 Magnolia, DE $39,366 Milford, DE $39,235 Marydel, DE $39,300 Millsboro, DE $38,972 Millville, DE $39,032 Milton, DE $39,100

Nassau, DE $39,128 Ocean View, DE $39,025 Rehoboth Beach, DE $39,100 Seaford, DE $39,122 Selbyville, DE $38,961 Smyrna, DE $39,450 Viola, DE $39,268 Woodside, DE $39,374

Bear, DE $39,283 Newark, DE $39,268 Claymont, DE $39,348 Delaware City, DE $39,307 Hockessin, DE $39,264 Kirkwood, DE $39,300 Middletown, DE $39,315 Montchanin, DE $39,273

New Castle, DE $39,279 Odessa, DE $39,334 Port Penn, DE $39,361 Rockland, DE $39,277 Saint Georges, DE $39,303 Townsend, DE $39,363 Winterthur, DE $39,282 Lewes, DE $39,115

Wilmington, DE $39,266 Dover, DE $39,422 Dover Afb, DE $39,215 Bethany Beach, DE $38,984 Bethel, DE $39,025 Bridgeville, DE $39,117 Camden Wyoming, DE $39,311 Cheswold, DE $39,410

Clayton, DE $39,411 Dagsboro, DE $38,957 Delmar, DE $38,895 Ellendale, DE $39,013 Felton, DE $39,232 Fenwick Island, DE $38,966 Frankford, DE $38,898 Frederica, DE $39,271

Georgetown, DE $38,942 Greenwood, DE $39,123 Harbeson, DE $38,984 Harrington, DE $39,183 Hartly, DE $39,304 Houston, DE $39,127 Kenton, DE $39,413 Laurel, DE $38,919

Yorklyn, DE $39,276

Human Service Worker Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Human Service Worker 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, Healthcare, offers compensation 20% above the average. Conversely, Human Service Worker positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Human Service Worker as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Human Service Worker

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare	$47,176	$23.0	20%

Human Service Worker Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Human Service 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.

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$35,535

Average $39,313/year

$43,288

$2,961

Average $3,276/month

$3,607

$683

Average $756/week

$832

$17

Average $19/hour

$21

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$43,288	$3,607	$832	$21
Average	$39,313	$3,276	$756	$19
25th Percentile	$35,535	$2,961	$683	$17

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