How much does a social worker make in Syracuse?
$91,370a year
Median yearly pay for social workers in the Syracuse, NY metro area. That is $43.93 an hour or $7,614 a month.
- Hourly
- $43.93
- Vs. national median
- +27%
- Rank among cities
- 50 of 224
- Jobs in the area
- 120
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $52,030Median: $91,370Highest 10%: $114,700
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $52,030 | $25.01 | |
| 25th | $70,160 | $33.73 | |
| Median | $91,370 | $43.93 | |
| 75th | $106,300 | $51.12 | |
| 90th | $114,700 | $55.12 |
Other cities in New York
Median yearly pay for social workers.
| 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 |
Related jobs in Syracuse
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Probation Officer and Correctional Treatment Specialist | $71,870 |
| Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Worker | $71,170 |
| Educational | $67,870 |
| Marriage and Family Therapist | $64,730 |
| Healthcare Social Worker | $64,310 |
| Community and Social Service Specialist | $63,300 |
| Child | $63,120 |
| Counselor | $59,990 |
| Health Education Specialist | $59,360 |
| Substance Abuse | $57,940 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a social worker make an hour in Syracuse?
The median hourly pay in the Syracuse, NY metro area is $43.93 ($91,370 a year).
Do social workers make more in Syracuse than the national average?
Yes: $91,370 against $71,900 nationally, 27% more.
How does Syracuse compare with the rest of New York?
The median in New York is $84,010, so Syracuse pays 9% more.
Where does Syracuse rank for social worker pay?
50 of 224 metro areas with data.
How much does a social worker make starting out in Syracuse?
The lowest-paid 10% make $52,030 or less a year; the top 10% make $114,700 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.