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Social worker salary in Philadelphia, PA (Updated 2026)

How much does a Social Worker make in Philadelphia, PA?

Average base salary

$64,204
9%
below national average
Average $64,204
Low $47,428
High $86,913

The average salary for a social worker is $64,204 per year in Philadelphia, PA. 57 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months (updated July 1, 2026).

Social Worker job openings in Philadelphia, PA

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Regional Social Worker
Philadelphia, PA
Full-time
2 days ago

Highest paying companies for Social Worker in Philadelphia, PA

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
JayCare Therapy
 
$137,800per year
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Supportive Care LLC
 
$136,500per year
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U.S. Healthcare Services, LLC
 
$135,200per year
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Pacer Staffing
 
$125,580per year
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Genie Healthcare
 
$118,300per year
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Guideline Healthcare
 
$112,031per year
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Highest paying cities for Social Workers near Philadelphia, PA

  1. Harrisburg, PA
    $97,934 per year
  2. Pottsville, PA
    $71,655 per year
  3. Scranton, PA
    $65,180 per year
  4. Philadelphia, PA
    $64,204 per year
  5. Lancaster, PA
    $63,130 per year

Where can a Social Worker earn more?

Compare salaries for Social Workers in different locations
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How much do similar professions as Social Worker get paid in Philadelphia, PA?

Senior Social Worker

Job openings
Average $70,684 per year