How much does a Foster Care Social Worker make?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Foster Care Social Worker in the United States is $68,806. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $61,744 to $76,691, with most professionals earning between $55,314 and $83,870.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Foster Care Social Worker Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Foster Care Social Worker Salary $55,314 US April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Foster Care Social Worker Salary $61,744 US April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Foster Care Social Worker Salary $68,806 US April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Foster Care Social Worker Salary $76,691 US April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Foster Care Social Worker Salary $83,870 US April 01, 2025
25% $61,744 10% $55,314 90% $83,870 75% $76,691 $68,806 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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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 Foster Care Social Worker in the United States. The base salary for Foster Care Social Worker ranges from $61,744 to $76,691 with the average base salary of $68,806. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $61,842 to $76,864 with the average total cash compensation of $68,902.

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