How much does a social worker make in St. Louis?
$93,100a year
Median yearly pay for social workers in the St. Louis, MO-IL metro area. That is $44.76 an hour or $7,758 a month.
- Hourly
- $44.76
- Vs. national median
- +29%
- Rank among cities
- 44 of 224
- Jobs in the area
- 230
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $48,040Median: $93,100Highest 10%: $115,000
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $48,040 | $23.10 | |
| 25th | $64,620 | $31.07 | |
| Median | $93,100 | $44.76 | |
| 75th | $108,200 | $52.02 | |
| 90th | $115,000 | $55.27 |
Other cities in Missouri
Median yearly pay for social workers.
| Kansas City, MO | $104,400 |
| Springfield, MO | $59,800 |
Related jobs in St. Louis
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Healthcare Social Worker | $62,200 |
| Clergy | $60,290 |
| Marriage and Family Therapist | $60,270 |
| Educational | $60,160 |
| Substance Abuse | $58,570 |
| Health Education Specialist | $57,050 |
| Community and Social Service Specialist | $52,720 |
| Child | $51,080 |
| Director | $50,230 |
| Community Health Worker | $49,650 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a social worker make an hour in St. Louis?
The median hourly pay in the St. Louis, MO-IL metro area is $44.76 ($93,100 a year).
Do social workers make more in St. Louis than the national average?
Yes: $93,100 against $71,900 nationally, 29% more.
How does St. Louis compare with the rest of Missouri?
The median in Missouri is $98,740, so St. Louis pays 6% less.
Where does St. Louis rank for social worker pay?
44 of 224 metro areas with data.
How much does a social worker make starting out in St. Louis?
The lowest-paid 10% make $48,040 or less a year; the top 10% make $115,000 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.