As of September 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Social Work Supervisor in Chicago, IL is $92,527, equivalent to $44 per hour, $1,779 weekly, or $7,711 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Social Work Supervisor in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Social Work Supervisor in Chicago, IL vary widely, spanning from $75,140 to $110,856. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($83,426) and 75th percentile ($102,121), while top earners (90th percentile) make $110,856 per year. This $18,695 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Planning or CPR, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Chicago Social Work Supervisor often earn 1.4% higher than national averages. However, Chicago currently ranks 249 statewide for Social Work Supervisor 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
Social Work Supervisor Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Social Work Supervisor Salary $75,140 Chicago, IL September 01, 2026
25th Percentile Social Work Supervisor Salary $83,426 Chicago, IL September 01, 2026
50th Percentile Social Work Supervisor Salary $92,527 Chicago, IL September 01, 2026
75th Percentile Social Work Supervisor Salary $102,121 Chicago, IL September 01, 2026
90th Percentile Social Work Supervisor Salary $110,856 Chicago, IL September 01, 2026
25% $83,426 10% $75,140 90% $110,856 75% $102,121 $92,527 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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