Youth Service Worker Salary in the United States

How much does a Youth Service Worker make?

As of November 01, 2025, the average salary for a Youth Service Worker in the United States is $64,317 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $31.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $78,639
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $57,381 to $71,814
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $51,066
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Youth Service Worker Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $71,814 $5,985 $1,381 $35
Average $64,317 $5,360 $1,237 $31
25th Percentile $57,381 $4,782 $1,103 $28
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Key Factors That Influence Youth Service Worker Salaries

A Youth 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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Youth Service Worker Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Youth 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): $62,664
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $62,858
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $65,398
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $68,755
  • Expert (over 8 years): $68,995
Levels Salary
Entry Level Youth Service Worker $62,664
Intermediate Level Youth Service Worker $62,858
Senior Level Youth Service Worker $65,398
Specialist Level Youth Service Worker $68,755
Expert Level Youth Service Worker $68,995
$62,664 0 yr
$62,858 < 2 yrs
$65,398 2-4 yrs
$68,755 5-8 yrs
$68,995 > 8 yrs
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How Do Youth 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 Youth Service Workers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • California: $70,942.
  • Massachusetts: $69,997.
  • New Jersey: $69,714

How Education impacts a Youth Service Worker's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Youth Service Workers enter the field with a Bachelor's Degree degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Youth Service Worker with a Bachelor's Degree is between $65,504 and $69,542.

Youth Service Worker Salaries by Degree Level

Last Updated on November 01, 2025
Typical Education for Youth Service Worker
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 0.2%
High School 2.3%
Associates 3.7%
Bachelors 82.5%
Masters 10.9%
Doctorate 0.5%
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Youth Service Worker Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Youth 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.

Last Updated on November 01, 2025

Salary Trends for Youth Service Workers

Salaries for a Youth Service Worker can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $76,463 in 2023 to around $72,759 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Youth Service Worker salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Youth Service Worker Over Time

2022
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2023
$76,463
2024
$74,233
2025
$72,759
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2023 $76,463
2024 $74,233
2025 $72,759
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Youth Service Worker bonus and incentive rates

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Base Salary 62.6%
Bonuses 9.1%
Social Security 5.4%
401k/403b 3.5%
Disability 1.1%
Healthcare 6.4%
Pension 3.0%
Time Off 9.0%
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Core Compensation
Median % of Total
Base Salary $64,317 62.6%
Bonus $9,334 9.1%
Value of Benefits
Median % of Total
Social Security $5,572 5.4%
401K/403B $3,569 3.5%
Disability $1,165 1.1%
Healthcare $6,550 6.4%
Pension $3,059 3.0%
Time Off $9,244 9.0%
Total Compensation $102,810 100%
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