How much does a social worker make in Durham?
$91,080a year
Median yearly pay for social workers in the Durham-Chapel Hill, NC metro area. That is $43.79 an hour or $7,590 a month.
- Hourly
- $43.79
- Vs. national median
- +27%
- Rank among cities
- 52 of 224
- Jobs in the area
- 180
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $44,440Median: $91,080Highest 10%: $123,300
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $44,440 | $21.37 | |
| 25th | $48,110 | $23.13 | |
| Median | $91,080 | $43.79 | |
| 75th | $112,700 | $54.19 | |
| 90th | $123,300 | $59.27 |
Other cities in North Carolina
Median yearly pay for social workers.
| Asheville, NC | $94,930 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $94,220 |
| Winston-Salem, NC | $86,150 |
| Charlotte, NC | $69,300 |
| Greenville, NC | $64,610 |
| Raleigh, NC | $53,560 |
| Greensboro, NC | $46,400 |
Related jobs in Durham
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Healthcare Social Worker | $77,160 |
| Health Education Specialist | $76,380 |
| Child | $62,370 |
| Clergy | $61,030 |
| Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Worker | $60,390 |
| Substance Abuse | $59,560 |
| Educational | $58,460 |
| Community and Social Service Specialist | $58,410 |
| Counselor | $57,030 |
| Probation Officer and Correctional Treatment Specialist | $54,860 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a social worker make an hour in Durham?
The median hourly pay in the Durham-Chapel Hill, NC metro area is $43.79 ($91,080 a year).
Do social workers make more in Durham than the national average?
Yes: $91,080 against $71,900 nationally, 27% more.
How does Durham compare with the rest of North Carolina?
The median in North Carolina is $63,490, so Durham pays 43% more.
Where does Durham rank for social worker pay?
52 of 224 metro areas with data.
How much does a social worker make starting out in Durham?
The lowest-paid 10% make $44,440 or less a year; the top 10% make $123,300 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.