As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Foster Care Case Manager in the US is $105,706, equivalent to $51 per hour, $2,033 weekly, or $8,809 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Foster Care Case Manager in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Foster Care Case Manager in the US vary widely, spanning from $86,754 to $126,987. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($95,786) and 75th percentile ($116,846), while top earners (90th percentile) make $126,987 per year. This $21,060 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Coordination or Acute Care, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, District of Columbia Foster Care Case Manager often earn 10.7% above national averages due to demand from Fortune 53 companies and industry startups. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Foster Care Case Manager Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Foster Care Case Manager Salary $86,754 US January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Foster Care Case Manager Salary $95,786 US January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Foster Care Case Manager Salary $105,706 US January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Foster Care Case Manager Salary $116,846 US January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Foster Care Case Manager Salary $126,987 US January 01, 2026
25% $95,786 10% $86,754 90% $126,987 75% $116,846 $105,706 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Case Manager (RN)

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    4 - 7 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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