What are the main factors that influence a Social Work Technician's salary?

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

What are the highest paying states for a Social Work Technician?

Social Work Technician salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Social Work Technician roles are District of Columbia $59,962, California $59,735, Massachusetts $58,939. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Social Work Technician roles make?

Salaries for Social Work Technician level roles vary by specialization: Director Of Social Work: $107,451; Professor - Social Work: $105,803; Social Work Manager: $98,387; Social Work Supervisor: $89,532; Social Work Counselor: $63,287.

Social Work Technician Salary in Hawaii

How much does a Social Work Technician make in Hawaii?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Social Work Technician in Hawaii is $56,605 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $27.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $80,673
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $46,095 to $69,203
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $36,526

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Social Work Technician Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$69,203	$5,767	$1,331	$33
Average	$56,605	$4,717	$1,089	$27
25th Percentile	$46,095	$3,841	$886	$22

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Key Factors That Influence Social Work Technician Salaries

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

How Do Social Work Technician 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 Work Technicians. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $59,962.
California: $59,735.
Massachusetts: $58,939.

District of Columbia $59,962 California $59,735 Massachusetts $58,939 Washington $58,722 New Jersey $58,701 Alaska $58,625 Connecticut $57,877 New York $57,574

Hawaii $56,605 Rhode Island $56,150 Maryland $55,841 Minnesota $55,419 Colorado $55,256 Illinois $55,202 Oregon $54,996 Delaware $54,845

New Hampshire $54,749 Virginia $54,536 Pennsylvania $53,913 Nevada $53,599 North Dakota $53,496 Michigan $53,334 Wisconsin $53,274 Vermont $53,155

Texas $52,825 Maine $52,803 Arizona $52,770 Ohio $52,732 Georgia $52,234 Indiana $51,985 Wyoming $51,936 Utah $51,861

Iowa $51,828 Kansas $51,568 Louisiana $51,492 North Carolina $51,465 Missouri $51,454 Florida $51,243 Montana $51,129 Nebraska $51,021

Kentucky $50,962 South Carolina $50,745 Tennessee $50,610 Idaho $50,555 New Mexico $50,160 Oklahoma $50,073 Alabama $49,754 South Dakota $49,218

Arkansas $48,925 West Virginia $48,768 Mississippi $48,297

Top Paying Cities for Social Work Technicians

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:

Aiea: $56,298
Anahola: $55,560
Captain Cook: $55,504

Aiea, HI $56,298 Anahola, HI $55,560 Captain Cook, HI $55,504 Eleele, HI $55,673 Ewa Beach, HI $56,248 Kapolei, HI $56,203 Haiku, HI $55,601 Hakalau, HI $55,477

Haleiwa, HI $56,095 Hana, HI $55,468 Hanalei, HI $55,487 Hanamaulu, HI $55,600 Hanapepe, HI $55,670 Hauula, HI $56,181 Hawaii National Park, HI $55,541 Hawi, HI $55,633

Hilo, HI $55,595 Princeville, HI $55,589 Holualoa, HI $55,526 Honaunau, HI $55,431 Honokaa, HI $55,502 Honomu, HI $55,589 Hoolehua, HI $55,431 Kaaawa, HI $56,199

Kahuku, HI $56,079 Kahului, HI $55,730 Kailua, HI $56,280 Ocean View, HI $55,572 Waikoloa, HI $55,567 Keauhou, HI $55,526 Kailua Kona, HI $55,594 Kalaheo, HI $55,606

Kalaupapa, HI $55,380 Kamuela, HI $55,530 Kaneohe, HI $56,268 Kapaa, HI $55,667 Kaumakani, HI $55,696 Kaunakakai, HI $55,497 Keaau, HI $55,633 Kealakekua, HI $55,603

Kealia, HI $55,622 Kekaha, HI $55,566 Kihei, HI $55,673 Kilauea, HI $55,590 Kapaau, HI $55,548 Koloa, HI $55,614 Kualapuu, HI $55,480 Kunia, HI $56,186

Kurtistown, HI $55,604 Lahaina, HI $55,615 Laie, HI $56,128 Lanai City, HI $55,480 Laupahoehoe, HI $55,620 Lawai, HI $55,696 Lihue, HI $55,600 Makawao, HI $55,644

Makaweli, HI $55,477 Maunaloa, HI $55,347 Mountain View, HI $55,575 Naalehu, HI $55,463 Ninole, HI $55,426 Ookala, HI $55,444 Paauilo, HI $55,511 Pahala, HI $55,478

Pahoa, HI $55,552 Paia, HI $55,618 Papaaloa, HI $55,628 Papaikou, HI $55,512 Pearl City, HI $56,258 Pepeekeo, HI $55,620 Puunene, HI $55,730 Volcano, HI $55,541

Wahiawa, HI $56,161 Pukalani, HI $55,644 Mililani, HI $56,229 Kula, HI $55,529 Waialua, HI $56,065 Waianae, HI $56,117 Wailuku, HI $55,643 Waimanalo, HI $56,269

Waimea, HI $55,692 Waipahu, HI $56,233 Honolulu, HI $56,318 J B P H H, HI $56,308 Wheeler Army Airfield, HI $56,191 Schofield Barracks, HI $56,175 Fort Shafter, HI $56,318 Tripler Army Medical Center, HI $56,318

Camp H M Smith, HI $56,305 M C B H Kaneohe Bay, HI $56,251 Wake Island, HI $56,318

Social Work Technician Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Social Work Technician'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 August 01, 2026

$46,095

Average $56,605/year

$69,203

$3,841

Average $4,717/month

$5,767

$886

Average $1,089/week

$1,331

$22

Average $27/hour

$33

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$69,203	$5,767	$1,331	$33
Average	$56,605	$4,717	$1,089	$27
25th Percentile	$46,095	$3,841	$886	$22

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