How much does a healthcare social worker make in Washington?
Median yearly pay for healthcare social workers in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area. That is $38.80 an hour or $6,726 a month.
- Hourly
- $38.80
- Vs. national median
- +19%
- Rank among cities
- 33 of 374
- Jobs in the area
- 2,210
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $51,640 | $24.83 | |
| 25th | $64,370 | $30.95 | |
| Median | $80,710 | $38.80 | |
| 75th | $93,930 | $45.16 | |
| 90th | $106,500 | $51.22 |
Other cities in District of Columbia
Median yearly pay for healthcare social workers.
| No other city in the state with data. |
Related jobs in Washington
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Health Education Specialist | $124,600 |
| Marriage and Family Therapist | $95,460 |
| Social Worker | $93,220 |
| Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Worker | $78,210 |
| Educational | $77,420 |
| Child | $75,550 |
| Probation Officer and Correctional Treatment Specialist | $73,610 |
| Counselor | $70,610 |
| Substance Abuse | $65,270 |
| Clergy | $61,170 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a healthcare social worker make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area is $38.80 ($80,710 a year).
Do healthcare social workers make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $80,710 against $67,880 nationally, 19% more.
How does Washington compare with the rest of District of Columbia?
The median in District of Columbia is $94,100, so Washington pays 14% less.
Where does Washington rank for healthcare social worker pay?
33 of 374 metro areas with data.
How much does a healthcare social worker make starting out in Washington?
The lowest-paid 10% make $51,640 or less a year; the top 10% make $106,500 or more.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.