How much does a social worker make in Alabama?
$94,270a year
Median yearly pay for social workers in Alabama. That is $45.32 an hour or $7,856 a month.
- Hourly
- $45.32
- Vs. national median
- +31%
- Rank among states
- 11 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 400
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $49,280Median: $94,270Highest 10%: $112,500
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $49,280 | $23.69 | |
| 25th | $82,450 | $39.64 | |
| Median | $94,270 | $45.32 | |
| 75th | $105,400 | $50.66 | |
| 90th | $112,500 | $54.09 |
Cities in Alabama
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Columbus, GA | $96,820 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for social workers.
| 8. Missouri | $98,740 |
| 9. District of Columbia | $96,380 |
| 10. South Carolina | $96,350 |
| 11. Alabama | $94,270 |
| 12. South Dakota | $93,760 |
| 13. Delaware | $93,250 |
| 14. Virginia | $92,930 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a social worker make an hour in Alabama?
The median hourly pay in Alabama is $45.32 ($94,270 a year).
Do social workers make more in Alabama than the national average?
Yes: $94,270 against $71,900 nationally, 31% more.
Where does Alabama rank for social worker pay?
Alabama ranks 11 of 50 states.
Which city in Alabama pays social workers the most?
Columbus, GA-AL, with a median of $96,820 a year.
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.