How much does a social worker make in Fargo?
$77,450a year
Median yearly pay for social workers in the Fargo, ND-MN metro area. That is $37.24 an hour or $6,454 a month.
- Hourly
- $37.24
- Vs. national median
- +8%
- Rank among cities
- 97 of 224
- Jobs in the area
- 160
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $63,790Median: $77,450Highest 10%: $96,100
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $63,790 | $30.67 | |
| 25th | $70,700 | $33.99 | |
| Median | $77,450 | $37.24 | |
| 75th | $91,170 | $43.83 | |
| 90th | $96,100 | $46.20 |
Other cities in North Dakota
Median yearly pay for social workers.
| No other city in the state with data. |
Related jobs in Fargo
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Marriage and Family Therapist | $73,210 |
| Probation Officer and Correctional Treatment Specialist | $70,830 |
| Healthcare Social Worker | $62,860 |
| Rehabilitation Counselor | $61,420 |
| Substance Abuse | $60,130 |
| Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Worker | $59,870 |
| Child | $59,860 |
| Health Education Specialist | $58,410 |
| Educational | $52,960 |
| Community and Social Service Specialist | $50,700 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a social worker make an hour in Fargo?
The median hourly pay in the Fargo, ND-MN metro area is $37.24 ($77,450 a year).
Do social workers make more in Fargo than the national average?
Yes: $77,450 against $71,900 nationally, 8% more.
How does Fargo compare with the rest of North Dakota?
The median in North Dakota is $81,330, so Fargo pays 5% less.
Where does Fargo rank for social worker pay?
97 of 224 metro areas with data.
How much does a social worker make starting out in Fargo?
The lowest-paid 10% make $63,790 or less a year; the top 10% make $96,100 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.