How much does a social worker make in Indiana?
$84,570a year
Median yearly pay for social workers in Indiana. That is $40.66 an hour or $7,048 a month.
- Hourly
- $40.66
- Vs. national median
- +18%
- Rank among states
- 20 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 460
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $60,200Median: $84,570Highest 10%: $108,000
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $60,200 | $28.94 | |
| 25th | $74,510 | $35.82 | |
| Median | $84,570 | $40.66 | |
| 75th | $97,780 | $47.01 | |
| 90th | $108,000 | $51.90 |
Cities in Indiana
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Louisville, KY | $105,400 |
| Indianapolis, IN | $84,570 |
| Fort Wayne, IN | $74,510 |
| Chicago, IL | $71,740 |
| Cincinnati, OH | $65,770 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for social workers.
| 17. New Mexico | $90,820 |
| 18. Idaho | $88,610 |
| 19. Kentucky | $85,160 |
| 20. Indiana | $84,570 |
| 21. Texas | $84,240 |
| 22. New York | $84,010 |
| 23. North Dakota | $81,330 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a social worker make an hour in Indiana?
The median hourly pay in Indiana is $40.66 ($84,570 a year).
Do social workers make more in Indiana than the national average?
Yes: $84,570 against $71,900 nationally, 18% more.
Where does Indiana rank for social worker pay?
Indiana ranks 20 of 50 states.
Which city in Indiana pays social workers the most?
Louisville/Jefferson County, KY-IN, with a median of $105,400 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.