Updated 2026-04-23 · BLS OEWS May 2024

Social Worker jobs in Jersey City, NJ

132 social workers employed in metro (BLS May 2024) · $73,565 median · 27% above the national median.

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  • Pay data sourced from BLS OEWS May 2024.

Social Worker pay in Jersey City, NJ

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

25th pct MEDIAN 75th pct $58,039 $73,565 $87,433
25th$58,039 Median$73,565 75th$87,433 vs US27% above the national median

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

Social Worker pay bands in Jersey City 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.

Senior Social Worker

Typical senior band in Jersey City
Example (illustrative)
Location
Jersey City, NJ
Typical pay range
$68,047–$80,921
Common on
Ashby

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 Jersey City
Example (illustrative)
Location
Jersey City, NJ
Typical pay range
$63,633–$90,190
Common on
Greenhouse

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 Jersey City
Example (illustrative)
Location
Jersey City, NJ
Typical pay range
$61,426–$83,569
Common on
iCIMS

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 Jersey City
Example (illustrative)
Location
Jersey City, NJ
Typical pay range
$64,737–$91,514
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 Jersey City
Example (illustrative)
Location
Jersey City, NJ
Typical pay range
$65,840–$82,245
Common on
Greenhouse

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

Social Worker Career Ladder — Jersey City Metro

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

  1. Entry Social Worker0–2 yrs$52,966
  2. Mid Social Worker2–5 yrs$69,886
  3. Senior Social Worker5–8 yrs$88,278
  4. Staff Social Worker8–12 yrs$106,669
  5. Lead Social Worker12+ yrs$125,060

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

Employers in the Social Worker hiring market in Jersey City

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

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 Jersey City post Social Worker jobs

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

What Jersey City 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 Jersey City, NJ — Common Questions

How much does a Social Worker earn in Jersey City, NJ?
Median $73,565/yr. 25th–75th percentile runs $58,039–$87,433. Source: BLS OEWS May 2024.
How many Social Worker jobs are there in Jersey City?
BLS OEWS May 2024 reports approximately 132 Social Worker roles employed in the Jersey City metro. Openings turn over regularly — Jobeezy watches Greenhouse, Lever, Workday, Ashby, and iCIMS for new postings here.
Which ATS platforms do Jersey City 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 Jersey City and submits on your behalf — no resume uploads, no repeat forms.

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