Child Welfare Worker Salary in the United States

Child Welfare Worker Salary

How much does a Child Welfare Worker make?

As of March 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Child Welfare Worker in the United States is $32,570. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $29,215 to a high of $37,593, with most professionals earning between $30,814 and $35,199.

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Child Welfare Worker Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Child Welfare Worker Salary $29,215 US March 01, 2025
25th Percentile Child Welfare Worker Salary $30,814 US March 01, 2025
50th Percentile Child Welfare Worker Salary $32,570 US March 01, 2025
75th Percentile Child Welfare Worker Salary $35,199 US March 01, 2025
90th Percentile Child Welfare Worker Salary $37,593 US March 01, 2025
25% $30,814 10% $29,215 90% $37,593 75% $35,199 $32,570 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Child Care Center Teacher


    Associate's Degree

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    Child Welfare Worker

    0 - 1 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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    Child Caregiver II

    1 - 3 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Child Welfare Worker in the United States. The base salary for Child Welfare Worker ranges from $30,814 to $35,199 with the average base salary of $32,570. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $30,814 to $35,199 with the average total cash compensation of $32,570.

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