NJ · BLS OEWS 2024 · SOC 21-1022

Healthcare Social Workers Salary in New Jersey

Median Annual Salary $81,710 +20% above national average (national: $68,090)
$87,110Mean Annual
$39Median Hourly
4,390Employed in State

Salary Range — 10th to 90th Percentile

$81,710
$54,640
10th pct.
$121,910
90th pct.

Full Percentile Breakdown

PercentileAnnual WageHourly Wage
10th percentile (entry-level)$54,640$26.27
25th percentile$66,100$31.78
50th percentile (median)$81,710$39.29
75th percentile$100,200$48.17
90th percentile (top earners)$121,910$58.61
Mean (average)$87,110$41.88

How New Jersey Compares

StateMedian Annualvs. New Jersey
New Jersey (current) $81,710
California $92,970 +14%
District of Columbia $92,600 +13%
Oregon $85,150 +4%
Hawaii $84,640 +4%
Connecticut $81,900 +0%
Rhode Island $79,460 -3%
Vermont $78,390 -4%
New Hampshire $78,000 -5%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average Healthcare Social Workers salary in New Jersey?

The mean healthcare social workers salary in New Jersey is $87,110 per year. The median (middle) salary is $81,710 per year. Source: BLS OEWS 2024.

What is the starting salary for a Healthcare Social Workers in New Jersey?

Entry-level healthcare social workerss (10th percentile) in New Jersey typically earn around $54,640 per year. Workers at the 25th percentile earn approximately $66,100 per year.

What is the highest Healthcare Social Workers salary in New Jersey?

Top earners (90th percentile) in this occupation in New Jersey make approximately $121,910 per year. Those in the 75th percentile earn around $100,200 per year.

How does the New Jersey Healthcare Social Workers salary compare to the national average?

The median healthcare social workers salary in New Jersey is $81,710, which is +20% above national average of $68,090.

Data Source: This data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) program, May 2024 release. All wages are estimates. Actual salaries may vary based on experience, education, employer, and other factors. bls.gov/oes