Updated 2026-04-22 · BLS OEWS May 2024

Social Worker jobs in Dallas, TX

248 social workers employed in metro (BLS May 2024) · $60,123 median · 4% above the national median.

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  • Pay data sourced from BLS OEWS May 2024.

Social Worker pay in Dallas, TX

The band below shows the 25th–75th percentile range for this occupation in the Dallas metro. Half of Social Workers earn inside that band.

25th pct MEDIAN 75th pct $44,439 $60,123 $73,840
25th$44,439 Median$60,123 75th$73,840 vs US4% above the national median

Source: BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics, May 2024 OEWS estimates. Full Social Worker salary guide →

Social Worker pay bands in Dallas by seniority

The cards below are illustrative pay-band examples — not live postings. Each shows the typical salary range you can expect at that seniority level, derived from BLS OEWS May 2024 medians for this metro. When Jobeezy matches you to a real opening, we auto-apply on your behalf.

Entry Level Social Worker

Typical entry level band in Dallas
Example (illustrative)
Location
Dallas, TX
Typical pay range
$54,711–$71,546
Common on
iCIMS

Illustrative pay-band example. Not a live posting — figures derived from BLS OEWS May 2024 medians for this metro.

Staff Social Worker

Typical staff band in Dallas
Example (illustrative)
Location
Dallas, TX
Typical pay range
$49,300–$68,299
Common on
Ashby

Illustrative pay-band example. Not a live posting — figures derived from BLS OEWS May 2024 medians for this metro.

Mid Level Social Worker

Typical mid level band in Dallas
Example (illustrative)
Location
Dallas, TX
Typical pay range
$49,300–$66,135
Common on
Ashby

Illustrative pay-band example. Not a live posting — figures derived from BLS OEWS May 2024 medians for this metro.

Mid Level Social Worker

Typical mid level band in Dallas
Example (illustrative)
Location
Dallas, TX
Typical pay range
$52,006–$71,546
Common on
Lever

Illustrative pay-band example. Not a live posting — figures derived from BLS OEWS May 2024 medians for this metro.

Entry Level Social Worker

Typical entry level band in Dallas
Example (illustrative)
Location
Dallas, TX
Typical pay range
$53,810–$75,875
Common on
Lever

Illustrative pay-band example. Not a live posting — figures derived from BLS OEWS May 2024 medians for this metro.

Social Worker Career Ladder — Dallas Metro

Expected pay at each step, scaled to Dallas’s median. Your actual offer depends on employer, sub-specialty, and interview performance.

  1. Entry Social Worker0–2 yrs$43,288
  2. Mid Social Worker2–5 yrs$57,116
  3. Senior Social Worker5–8 yrs$72,147
  4. Staff Social Worker8–12 yrs$87,178
  5. Lead Social Worker12+ yrs$102,209

Multipliers calibrated against BLS OEWS May 2024 occupational percentiles for 15-xxxx codes.

Employers in the Social Worker hiring market in Dallas

  • CommonSpirit
  • Mercy Health
  • Ascension
  • Tenet
  • HCA Healthcare

Representative large employers for this occupation industry. Jobeezy auto-applies when any qualifying opening posts at these or other employers on Greenhouse, Lever, Workday, Ashby, or iCIMS.

How employers in Dallas post Social Worker jobs

Employers in the Dallas metro typically post Social Worker roles through one of five applicant tracking systems. Pick the guide that matches where you’re applying:

What Dallas Employers Actually Ask Social Workers

Pulled from O*NET work-activities and real interview patterns for this occupation. Practice all four with Jobeezy’s InterviewRide drills.

  • Technical

    Walk me through your day-to-day workflow in this role. How do you structure your time?

    Evaluates time management, self-organization, and maturity in the role. Look for clear priorities and discipline.

  • Technical

    What metrics do you use to measure your own performance in this position?

    Tests ownership and accountability. Good answers connect personal output to team and business outcomes.

  • Technical

    How do you stay current with changes in your field?

    Learning agility signal. Regular reading, communities of practice, certifications, peer networks.

  • Technical

    Describe the most complex project you've worked on in this field. What was your specific contribution?

    Depth probe. Interviewers check scope, ownership, and technical or domain sophistication.

Social Worker in Dallas, TX — Common Questions

How much does a Social Worker earn in Dallas, TX?
Median $60,123/yr. 25th–75th percentile runs $44,439–$73,840. Source: BLS OEWS May 2024.
How many Social Worker jobs are there in Dallas?
BLS OEWS May 2024 reports approximately 248 Social Worker roles employed in the Dallas metro. Openings turn over regularly — Jobeezy watches Greenhouse, Lever, Workday, Ashby, and iCIMS for new postings here.
Which ATS platforms do Dallas employers use for Social Worker?
Greenhouse, Lever, Workday, Ashby, and iCIMS account for the vast majority. Jobeezy reads all five directly so you can apply in one tap.
Does Jobeezy apply to Social Worker jobs for me?
Yes. Jobeezy matches your profile to Social Worker openings in Dallas and submits on your behalf — no resume uploads, no repeat forms.
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