How much does a social worker make in New York?
$84,010a year
Median yearly pay for social workers in New York. That is $40.39 an hour or $7,001 a month.
- Hourly
- $40.39
- Vs. national median
- +17%
- Rank among states
- 22 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 2,470
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $58,200Median: $84,010Highest 10%: $112,100
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $58,200 | $27.98 | |
| 25th | $67,850 | $32.62 | |
| Median | $84,010 | $40.39 | |
| 75th | $96,350 | $46.32 | |
| 90th | $112,100 | $53.91 |
Cities in New York
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Binghamton, NY | $91,370 |
| Syracuse, NY | $91,370 |
| New York, NY | $85,080 |
| Albany, NY | $83,910 |
| Rochester, NY | $81,890 |
| Kiryas Joel, NY | $81,710 |
| Buffalo, NY | $80,850 |
| Ithaca, NY | $79,940 |
| Utica, NY | $79,420 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for social workers.
| 19. Kentucky | $85,160 |
| 20. Indiana | $84,570 |
| 21. Texas | $84,240 |
| 22. New York | $84,010 |
| 23. North Dakota | $81,330 |
| 24. Minnesota | $79,790 |
| 25. Georgia | $78,260 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a social worker make an hour in New York?
The median hourly pay in New York is $40.39 ($84,010 a year).
Do social workers make more in New York than the national average?
Yes: $84,010 against $71,900 nationally, 17% more.
Where does New York rank for social worker pay?
New York ranks 22 of 50 states.
Which city in New York pays social workers the most?
Binghamton, NY, with a median of $91,370 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.