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Social worker salary in Chicago, IL (Updated 2026)

How much does a Social Worker make in Chicago, IL?

Average base salary

$63,770
10%
below national average
Average $63,770
Low $46,838
High $86,823

The average salary for a social worker is $63,770 per year in Chicago, IL. 167 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months (updated June 18, 2026).

Social Worker job openings in Chicago, IL

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Social Worker
Ascension3.5out of 5 stars.
Chicago, IL
$51,842.70 - $75,819.95 a year
Full-time
2 days ago

Highest paying companies for Social Worker in Chicago, IL

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
Cross Country
 
$153,390per year
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GHR Healthcare
 
$146,250per year
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Talent4health
 
$130,000per year
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CAMBAY CONSULTING
 
$127,400per year
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Triage Staffing
 
$123,389per year
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Epic Travel Staffing
 
$123,268per year
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Highest paying cities for Social Workers near Chicago, IL

  1. Aurora, IL
    $84,792 per year
  2. Waukegan, IL
    $82,716 per year
  3. Joliet, IL
    $82,156 per year
  4. Chicago, IL
    $80,900 per year
  5. Elgin, IL
    $80,527 per year

Where can a Social Worker earn more?

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Senior Social Worker

Job openings
Average $65,585 per year