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How Much Does a Social Worker Make in Missouri?

Updated March 26, 2024

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$68,394/yr

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Low $61,413

Average $68,394

High $74,995

The average salary for Social Worker is $68,394 per year in Missouri.

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Licensed Clinical Social Worker

$76,474

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Medical Social Worker (MSW)

$67,925

Missouri

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Medical Social Worker (BSW)

$58,500

Missouri

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Social Worker (MSW)

$68,879

Missouri

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Company	average base salary in (usd)	range
Powerful Placement Solutions Social Worker	$64,608/yr	$57,558 $71,659 RANGE: $57,558 - $71,659
CoxHealth Social Worker	$58,801/yr	$52,384 $65,218 RANGE: $52,384 - $65,218
MGM Healthcare Social Worker	$64,476/yr	$57,440 $71,513 RANGE: $57,440 - $71,513
Seasons Hospice of Springfield Social Worker	$59,329/yr	$52,854 $65,804 RANGE: $52,854 - $65,804
US Veterans Health Administration Social Worker	$74,594/yr	$67,332 $81,856 RANGE: $67,332 - $81,856
Ascend Health Social Worker	$70,929/yr	$63,988 $77,871 RANGE: $63,988 - $77,871
Serve Link Home Care Social Worker	$67,290/yr	$60,344 $74,236 RANGE: $60,344 - $74,236
Mercy Social Worker	$71,220/yr	$64,250 $78,190 RANGE: $64,250 - $78,190
CENTER FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH Social Worker	$64,410/yr	$57,381 $71,440 RANGE: $57,381 - $71,440
Trustaff Social Worker	$64,608/yr	$57,558 $71,659 RANGE: $57,558 - $71,659

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Top 10 Highest Paying Cities For Social Worker Jobs in Missouri

It is important to understand how location impacts your career prospects in the United States. There are some cities where a Social Worker can find a job easily with a greater salary paid then achieve a higher standard of living. Below is the top cities list for Social Worker job salaries in Missouri. Some cities can pay higher salaries for Social Worker jobs, which can indicate that there is a large demand for Social Worker positions in this city.

The following table shows top 10 cities where the Social Worker salary is higher than other cities in Missouri. Kansas City takes first place in this list, followed by Saint Louis, Independence. The Social Worker salary is $70,260 in Kansas City, which is lower than the national average. There is 0 city's Social Worker salary higher than national average in Missouri.

The average salary for a Social Worker in Missouri is $68,394, but we found that the city with the highest salary for Social Worker jobs is Kansas City, MO, and it is higher than Saint Louis. Social Worker jobs in Kansas City can have the opportunity to earn higher salaries than in other cities in Missouri.

CITY	ANNUAL SALARY	MONTHLY PAY	WEEKLY PAY	HOURLY WAGE
Kansas City	$70,260	$5,855	$1,351	$34
Saint Louis	$70,260	$5,855	$1,351	$34
Independence	$70,188	$5,849	$1,350	$34
Florissant	$70,117	$5,843	$1,348	$34
Lees Summit	$69,973	$5,831	$1,346	$34
Blue Springs	$69,973	$5,831	$1,346	$34
Chesterfield	$69,829	$5,819	$1,343	$34
Saint Charles	$69,829	$5,819	$1,343	$34
Columbia	$69,686	$5,807	$1,340	$34
O Fallon	$69,686	$5,807	$1,340	$34

What Does a Social Worker Do?

Social workers often fine-tune their practice with a focus on a level of interventions and types of communities they wish to serve.

Updated November 17, 2021

Although some social workers only need a bachelor’s degree in social work, clinical social workers must have a master’s degree and 2 years of post-master’s experience in a supervised clinical setting.

Updated December 22, 2021

Social workers are professionals who aim to enhance overall well-being and help meet basic and complex needs of communities and people.

Updated December 19, 2021

Healthcare and mental health social workers find employment in hospitals, clinics, and clients' homes.

Updated December 18, 2021

On the other hand, a social worker may focus on research and development for small or large scale programs to help the community, like medicaid.

Updated December 15, 2021

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Frequently Asked Questions About a Social Worker Salaries

What is the average of a Social Worker in Missouri?

The Social Worker salary range is from $61,413 to $74,995, and the average Social Worker salary is $68,394/year in Missouri. The Social Worker's salary will change in different locations.

Which location pays the highest Social Worker salary in the United States?

The Social Worker salary in San Jose, CA is $90,068 which is the highest in the US.

What kinds of reasons will influence the Social Worker's salary?

Besides the location, employees' education degree, related skills, and work experience also will influence the salary. Try to improve your skills and experience to get a higher salary for the position of Social Worker.

What is the growth rate of the Social Worker's salary?

If you are thinking of becoming a Social Worker or planning the next step in your career, find the detailed salary report of a Social Worker.

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