Welfare Worker Salary in the United States

Welfare Worker Salary

How much does a Welfare Worker make in the United States? The average Welfare Worker salary in the United States is $57,178 as of April 24, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $51,481 and $63,085. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

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10th Percentile Welfare Worker Salary $46,294 US April 24, 2024
25th Percentile Welfare Worker Salary $51,481 US April 24, 2024
50th Percentile Welfare Worker Salary $57,178 US April 24, 2024
75th Percentile Welfare Worker Salary $63,085 US April 24, 2024
90th Percentile Welfare Worker Salary $68,462 US April 24, 2024
25% $51,481 10% $46,294 90% $68,462 75% $63,085 $57,178 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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  • Summit County Children Services - Akron, OH
    Are you someone who wants to directly impact the lives of the most vulnerable children in your community. Are you looking for work with a purpose. Summit C...
    - 3 Days Ago
  • Psychogeriatric Services - Leonardtown, MD
    Job Title: Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). Company: PsychoGeriatric Services. Job Type: Part-time and Full-time. Compensation: up to $93,600 per ye...
    - 12 Days Ago
  • Psychogeriatric Services - Prince Frederick, MD
    Job Title: Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). Company: PsychoGeriatric Services. Job Type: Part-time and Full-time. Compensation: Full-time up to $108...
    - 19 Days Ago
  • Psychogeriatric Services - Lexington Park, MD
    Job Title: Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). Company: PsychoGeriatric Services. Job Type: Part-time and Full-time. Compensation: up to $108,000 per y...
    - 20 Days Ago
  • Inspira Health - Bridgeton, NJ
    Social Worker, MSW. Inspira Health. Bridgeton, NJ. The region’s leading network of healthcare providers, Inspira Health is seeking a full-time *Social Work...
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    Welfare Worker

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    Benefits Analyst II

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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Average Total Cash Compensation

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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 Welfare Worker in the United States. The base salary for Welfare Worker ranges from $51,481 to $63,085 with the average base salary of $57,178. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $52,642 to $65,455 with the average total cash compensation of $58,562.

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