How much does a Welfare Worker make in Albany, NY?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Welfare Worker in Albany, NY is $59,441. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $47,702 to a high of $70,733, with most professionals earning between $53,296 and $65,352.

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 $47,702 Albany,NY April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Welfare Worker Salary $53,296 Albany,NY April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Welfare Worker Salary $59,441 Albany,NY April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Welfare Worker Salary $65,352 Albany,NY April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Welfare Worker Salary $70,733 Albany,NY April 01, 2025
25% $53,296 10% $47,702 90% $70,733 75% $65,352 $59,441 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 Albany, NY. The base salary for Welfare Worker ranges from $53,296 to $65,352 with the average base salary of $59,441. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $54,385 to $67,761 with the average total cash compensation of $60,679.

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