How much does a social worker make in Eugene?
$61,310a year
Median yearly pay for social workers in the Eugene-Springfield, OR metro area. That is $29.48 an hour or $5,109 a month.
- Hourly
- $29.48
- Vs. national median
- -15%
- Rank among cities
- 153 of 224
- Jobs in the area
- 340
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $47,760Median: $61,310Highest 10%: $94,520
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $47,760 | $22.96 | |
| 25th | $58,200 | $27.98 | |
| Median | $61,310 | $29.48 | |
| 75th | $77,320 | $37.17 | |
| 90th | $94,520 | $45.44 |
Other cities in Oregon
Median yearly pay for social workers.
| Grants Pass, OR | $73,740 |
| Albany, OR | $72,260 |
| Bend, OR | $70,320 |
| Salem, OR | $70,320 |
| Medford, OR | $70,110 |
| Corvallis, OR | $69,610 |
| Portland, OR | $67,820 |
Related jobs in Eugene
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Marriage and Family Therapist | $102,900 |
| Health Education Specialist | $94,870 |
| Probation Officer and Correctional Treatment Specialist | $84,090 |
| Healthcare Social Worker | $83,040 |
| Substance Abuse | $65,220 |
| Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Worker | $65,020 |
| Child | $63,520 |
| Clergy | $60,520 |
| Educational | $58,380 |
| Community and Social Service Specialist | $57,200 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a social worker make an hour in Eugene?
The median hourly pay in the Eugene-Springfield, OR metro area is $29.48 ($61,310 a year).
Do social workers make more in Eugene than the national average?
No: $61,310 against $71,900 nationally, 15% less.
How does Eugene compare with the rest of Oregon?
The median in Oregon is $67,820, so Eugene pays 10% less.
Where does Eugene rank for social worker pay?
153 of 224 metro areas with data.
How much does a social worker make starting out in Eugene?
The lowest-paid 10% make $47,760 or less a year; the top 10% make $94,520 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.