How much does a social worker make in Nevada?
$121,800a year
Median yearly pay for social workers in Nevada. That is $58.57 an hour or $10,150 a month.
- Hourly
- $58.57
- Vs. national median
- +69%
- Rank among states
- 1 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 370
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $74,110Median: $121,800Highest 10%: $158,700
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $74,110 | $35.63 | |
| 25th | $106,300 | $51.12 | |
| Median | $121,800 | $58.57 | |
| 75th | $136,200 | $65.46 | |
| 90th | $158,700 | $76.31 |
Cities in Nevada
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Reno, NV | $154,000 |
| Las Vegas, NV | $118,300 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for social workers.
| 1. Nevada | $121,800 |
| 2. Hawaii | $116,100 |
| 3. Rhode Island | $111,600 |
| 4. New Hampshire | $103,700 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a social worker make an hour in Nevada?
The median hourly pay in Nevada is $58.57 ($121,800 a year).
Do social workers make more in Nevada than the national average?
Yes: $121,800 against $71,900 nationally, 69% more.
Where does Nevada rank for social worker pay?
Nevada ranks 1 of 50 states.
Which city in Nevada pays social workers the most?
Reno, NV, with a median of $154,000 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.