How much does a social worker make in Las Vegas?
$118,300a year
Median yearly pay for social workers in the Las Vegas-Henderson-North Las Vegas, NV metro area. That is $56.85 an hour or $9,854 a month.
- Hourly
- $56.85
- Vs. national median
- +64%
- Rank among cities
- 3 of 224
- Jobs in the area
- 240
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $92,660Median: $118,300Highest 10%: $132,600
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $92,660 | $44.55 | |
| 25th | $107,500 | $51.68 | |
| Median | $118,300 | $56.85 | |
| 75th | $125,400 | $60.29 | |
| 90th | $132,600 | $63.74 |
Other cities in Nevada
Median yearly pay for social workers.
| Reno, NV | $154,000 |
Related jobs in Las Vegas
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Healthcare Social Worker | $78,280 |
| Clergy | $74,800 |
| Educational | $68,450 |
| Health Education Specialist | $63,660 |
| Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Worker | $62,900 |
| Director | $62,460 |
| Child | $61,480 |
| Community Health Worker | $55,290 |
| Substance Abuse | $55,060 |
| Community and Social Service Specialist | $49,600 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a social worker make an hour in Las Vegas?
The median hourly pay in the Las Vegas-Henderson-North Las Vegas, NV metro area is $56.85 ($118,300 a year).
Do social workers make more in Las Vegas than the national average?
Yes: $118,300 against $71,900 nationally, 64% more.
How does Las Vegas compare with the rest of Nevada?
The median in Nevada is $121,800, so Las Vegas pays 3% less.
Where does Las Vegas rank for social worker pay?
3 of 224 metro areas with data.
How much does a social worker make starting out in Las Vegas?
The lowest-paid 10% make $92,660 or less a year; the top 10% make $132,600 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.