As of September 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Social Work Supervisor in San Diego, CA is $96,619, equivalent to $46 per hour, $1,858 weekly, or $8,052 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 San Diego, CA vary widely, spanning from $78,463 to $115,758. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($87,115) and 75th percentile ($106,637), while top earners (90th percentile) make $115,758 per year. This $19,522 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, San Diego Social Work Supervisor often earn 2.2% higher than national averages. However, San Diego currently ranks 128 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 $78,463 San Diego, CA September 01, 2026
25th Percentile Social Work Supervisor Salary $87,115 San Diego, CA September 01, 2026
50th Percentile Social Work Supervisor Salary $96,619 San Diego, CA September 01, 2026
75th Percentile Social Work Supervisor Salary $106,637 San Diego, CA September 01, 2026
90th Percentile Social Work Supervisor Salary $115,758 San Diego, CA September 01, 2026
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