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Social worker salary in Detroit, MI (Updated 2026)

How much does a Social Worker make in Detroit, MI?

Average base salary

$64,543
9%
below national average
Average $64,543
Low $43,033
High $96,805

The average salary for a social worker is $64,543 per year in Detroit, MI. 59 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months (updated July 12, 2026).

Social Worker job openings in Detroit, MI

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Social Worker
DaVita3.2out of 5 stars.
Detroit, MI
Part-time
1 day ago

Highest paying companies for Social Worker in Detroit, MI

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
Supportive Care LLC
 
$149,500per year
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US Department of Veterans Affa...
 
$141,962per year
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Prolink
 
$141,024per year
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E-solutions Inc
 
$132,080per year
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Therapy Source
 
$124,800per year
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VR Della InfoTech
 
$122,720per year
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Highest paying cities for Social Workers near Detroit, MI

  1. Ann Arbor, MI
    $94,674 per year
  2. Dearborn, MI
    $86,820 per year
  3. Charlevoix, MI
    $82,154 per year
  4. Flint, MI
    $79,074 per year
  5. Detroit, MI
    $77,519 per year

Where can a Social Worker earn more?

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Senior Social Worker

Job openings
Average $84,250 per year