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Social worker salary in Boston, MA, 2026

How much does a Social Worker make in Boston, MA?

Average base salary

$78,818
11%
above national average
Average $78,818
Low $60,744
High $102,268

The average salary for a social worker is $78,818 per year in Boston, MA. 140 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months (updated June 27, 2026).

Social Worker job openings in Boston, MA

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(Hybrid) Mental Health Counsel...
Boston, MA
$64,000 - $72,000 a year
Full-time
1 day ago

Highest paying companies for Social Worker in Boston, MA

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
TrueCare24
 
$218,400per year
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GHR Healthcare
 
$158,600per year
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Horizons HRS
 
$153,920per year
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Trusted Health
 
$135,880per year
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Aura Staffing Partners
 
$135,200per year
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DIGNITY HOSPICE
 
$135,200per year
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Highest paying cities for Social Workers near Boston, MA

  1. Pittsfield, MA
    $126,273 per year
  2. Beverly, MA
    $121,438 per year
  3. Brighton, MA
    $81,416 per year
  4. Lynn, MA
    $81,181 per year
  5. Brockton, MA
    $80,566 per year

Where can a Social Worker earn more?

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Senior Social Worker

Job openings
Average $121,750 per year