How much does a social worker make in Washington?
$102,500a year
Median yearly pay for social workers in Washington. That is $49.29 an hour or $8,543 a month.
- Hourly
- $49.29
- Vs. national median
- +43%
- Rank among states
- 5 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 790
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $55,450Median: $102,500Highest 10%: $125,800
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $55,450 | $26.66 | |
| 25th | $80,270 | $38.59 | |
| Median | $102,500 | $49.29 | |
| 75th | $117,700 | $56.58 | |
| 90th | $125,800 | $60.50 |
Cities in Washington
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Seattle, WA | $105,600 |
| Spokane, WA | $89,020 |
| Portland, OR | $67,820 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for social workers.
| 2. Hawaii | $116,100 |
| 3. Rhode Island | $111,600 |
| 4. New Hampshire | $103,700 |
| 5. Washington | $102,500 |
| 6. Oklahoma | $101,900 |
| 7. Massachusetts | $101,300 |
| 8. Missouri | $98,740 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a social worker make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in Washington is $49.29 ($102,500 a year).
Do social workers make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $102,500 against $71,900 nationally, 43% more.
Where does Washington rank for social worker pay?
Washington ranks 5 of 50 states.
Which city in Washington pays social workers the most?
Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA, with a median of $105,600 a year.
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.