How much does a social worker make in Springfield?
$61,030a year
Median yearly pay for social workers in the Springfield, IL metro area. That is $29.34 an hour or $5,086 a month.
- Hourly
- $29.34
- Vs. national median
- -15%
- Rank among cities
- 158 of 224
- Jobs in the area
- 80
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $45,380Median: $61,030Highest 10%: $99,920
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $45,380 | $21.82 | |
| 25th | $49,160 | $23.63 | |
| Median | $61,030 | $29.34 | |
| 75th | $79,190 | $38.07 | |
| 90th | $99,920 | $48.04 |
Other cities in Illinois
Median yearly pay for social workers.
| St. Louis, MO | $93,100 |
| Davenport, IA | $81,000 |
| Chicago, IL | $71,740 |
| Rockford, IL | $48,530 |
| Peoria, IL | $45,200 |
Related jobs in Springfield
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Child | $76,330 |
| Health Education Specialist | $71,990 |
| Healthcare Social Worker | $63,370 |
| Substance Abuse | $59,450 |
| Educational | $57,210 |
| Rehabilitation Counselor | $53,640 |
| Clergy | $52,070 |
| Social and Human Service Assistant | $51,680 |
| Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Worker | $46,010 |
| Community and Social Service Specialist | $31,200 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a social worker make an hour in Springfield?
The median hourly pay in the Springfield, IL metro area is $29.34 ($61,030 a year).
Do social workers make more in Springfield than the national average?
No: $61,030 against $71,900 nationally, 15% less.
How does Springfield compare with the rest of Illinois?
The median in Illinois is $64,030, so Springfield pays 5% less.
Where does Springfield rank for social worker pay?
158 of 224 metro areas with data.
How much does a social worker make starting out in Springfield?
The lowest-paid 10% make $45,380 or less a year; the top 10% make $99,920 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.