As of July 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Forensic Social Worker in High Point, NC is $53,763, equivalent to $26 per hour, $1,034 weekly, or $4,480 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Forensic Social Worker in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Forensic Social Worker in High Point, NC vary widely, spanning from $43,426 to $66,485. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($48,352) and 75th percentile ($60,422), while top earners (90th percentile) make $66,485 per year. This $12,070 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Planning or Patient Care, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, High Point Forensic Social Worker often earn 1.1% lower than national averages. However, High Point currently ranks 598 statewide for Forensic Social Worker job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Forensic Social Worker Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Forensic Social Worker Salary $43,426 High Point, NC July 01, 2026
25th Percentile Forensic Social Worker Salary $48,352 High Point, NC July 01, 2026
50th Percentile Forensic Social Worker Salary $53,763 High Point, NC July 01, 2026
75th Percentile Forensic Social Worker Salary $60,422 High Point, NC July 01, 2026
90th Percentile Forensic Social Worker Salary $66,485 High Point, NC July 01, 2026
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What is a Forensic Social Worker ?

Forensic social work is the application of social work to questions and issues relating to law and legal systems. This specialty of the social work profession goes far beyond clinics and psychiatric hospitals for criminal defendants being evaluated and treated on issues of competency and responsibility. A broader definition includes social work practice which in any way is related to legal issues and litigation, both criminal and civil. Child custody issues, involving separation, divorce, neglect, termination of parental rights, the implications of child and spousal abuse, juvenile and adult j...

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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 Forensic Social Worker in High Point, NC. The base salary for Forensic Social Worker ranges from $48,352 to $60,422 with the average base salary of $53,763. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $59,657 to $72,876 with the average total cash compensation of $65,921.

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About High Point, North Carolina    High Point is a city located in the Piedmont Triad region of the state of North Carolina. Most of the city is located in Guilford County, with portion....More

High Point, North Carolina  area prices were up 1.5% from a year ago

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