How much does a Welfare Worker make?

As of March 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Welfare Worker in the United States is $58,416. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $46,880 to a high of $69,513, with most professionals earning between $52,377 and $64,225.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Welfare Worker Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Welfare Worker Salary $46,880 US March 01, 2025
25th Percentile Welfare Worker Salary $52,377 US March 01, 2025
50th Percentile Welfare Worker Salary $58,416 US March 01, 2025
75th Percentile Welfare Worker Salary $64,225 US March 01, 2025
90th Percentile Welfare Worker Salary $69,513 US March 01, 2025
25% $52,377 10% $46,880 90% $69,513 75% $64,225 $58,416 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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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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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 $52,377 to $64,225 with the average base salary of $58,416. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $53,448 to $66,593 with the average total cash compensation of $59,634.

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