As of July 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Forensic Social Worker in Lawrence, MA is $60,427, equivalent to $29 per hour, $1,162 weekly, or $5,036 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 Lawrence, MA vary widely, spanning from $48,809 to $74,727. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($54,346) and 75th percentile ($67,912), while top earners (90th percentile) make $74,727 per year. This $13,566 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, Lawrence Forensic Social Worker often earn 2.9% higher than national averages. However, Lawrence currently ranks 183 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.

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Forensic Social Worker Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Forensic Social Worker Salary $48,809 Lawrence, MA July 01, 2026
25th Percentile Forensic Social Worker Salary $54,346 Lawrence, MA July 01, 2026
50th Percentile Forensic Social Worker Salary $60,427 Lawrence, MA July 01, 2026
75th Percentile Forensic Social Worker Salary $67,912 Lawrence, MA July 01, 2026
90th Percentile Forensic Social Worker Salary $74,727 Lawrence, MA 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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About Lawrence, Massachusetts    According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 7.4 square miles (19 km2), of which 7.0 square miles (18 km2) is land and 0....More

Lawrence, Massachusetts  area prices were up 1.6% from a year ago

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