How much does a social worker make in Springfield?
$59,800a year
Median yearly pay for social workers in the Springfield, MO metro area. That is $28.75 an hour or $4,983 a month.
- Hourly
- $28.75
- Vs. national median
- -17%
- Rank among cities
- 167 of 224
- Jobs in the area
- 60
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $49,290Median: $59,800Highest 10%: $110,800
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $49,290 | $23.70 | |
| 25th | $50,420 | $24.24 | |
| Median | $59,800 | $28.75 | |
| 75th | $92,350 | $44.40 | |
| 90th | $110,800 | $53.28 |
Other cities in Missouri
Median yearly pay for social workers.
| Kansas City, MO | $104,400 |
| St. Louis, MO | $93,100 |
Related jobs in Springfield
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Healthcare Social Worker | $57,220 |
| Educational | $53,720 |
| Clergy | $52,130 |
| Health Education Specialist | $51,630 |
| Community and Social Service Specialist | $50,750 |
| Community Health Worker | $49,540 |
| Rehabilitation Counselor | $49,320 |
| Substance Abuse | $48,120 |
| Child | $47,980 |
| Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Worker | $47,370 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a social worker make an hour in Springfield?
The median hourly pay in the Springfield, MO metro area is $28.75 ($59,800 a year).
Do social workers make more in Springfield than the national average?
No: $59,800 against $71,900 nationally, 17% less.
How does Springfield compare with the rest of Missouri?
The median in Missouri is $98,740, so Springfield pays 39% less.
Where does Springfield rank for social worker pay?
167 of 224 metro areas with data.
How much does a social worker make starting out in Springfield?
The lowest-paid 10% make $49,290 or less a year; the top 10% make $110,800 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.