How much does a social worker make in Omaha?
$92,480a year
Median yearly pay for social workers in the Omaha, NE-IA metro area. That is $44.46 an hour or $7,707 a month.
- Hourly
- $44.46
- Vs. national median
- +29%
- Rank among cities
- 46 of 224
- Jobs in the area
- 110
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $66,250Median: $92,480Highest 10%: $108,900
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $66,250 | $31.85 | |
| 25th | $72,880 | $35.04 | |
| Median | $92,480 | $44.46 | |
| 75th | $102,500 | $49.27 | |
| 90th | $108,900 | $52.35 |
Other cities in Nebraska
Median yearly pay for social workers.
| No other city in the state with data. |
Related jobs in Omaha
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Marriage and Family Therapist | $72,020 |
| Probation Officer and Correctional Treatment Specialist | $65,520 |
| Educational | $65,330 |
| Health Education Specialist | $63,600 |
| Healthcare Social Worker | $63,360 |
| Substance Abuse | $60,650 |
| Clergy | $58,170 |
| Community Health Worker | $51,760 |
| Child | $49,490 |
| Community and Social Service Specialist | $47,960 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a social worker make an hour in Omaha?
The median hourly pay in the Omaha, NE-IA metro area is $44.46 ($92,480 a year).
Do social workers make more in Omaha than the national average?
Yes: $92,480 against $71,900 nationally, 29% more.
How does Omaha compare with the rest of Nebraska?
The median in Nebraska is $76,520, so Omaha pays 21% more.
Where does Omaha rank for social worker pay?
46 of 224 metro areas with data.
How much does a social worker make starting out in Omaha?
The lowest-paid 10% make $66,250 or less a year; the top 10% make $108,900 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.