Updated 2026-04-22 · BLS OEWS May 2024

Social Worker jobs in New York, NY

265 social workers employed in metro (BLS May 2024) · $79,998 median · 38% above the national median.

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Pay data sourced from BLS OEWS May 2024.

Social Worker pay in New York, NY

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

25th$59,030 Median$79,998 75th$96,667 vs US38% above the national median

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

Social Worker pay bands in New York 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 New York

Example (illustrative)

Location: New York, NY
Typical pay range: $66,798–$98,077
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 New York

Example (illustrative)

Location: New York, NY
Typical pay range: $76,398–$93,757
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 New York

Example (illustrative)

Location: New York, NY
Typical pay range: $65,598–$89,437
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 New York

Example (illustrative)

Location: New York, NY
Typical pay range: $72,798–$95,197
Common on: Ashby

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

Lead Social Worker

Typical lead band in New York

Example (illustrative)

Location: New York, NY
Typical pay range: $75,198–$100,957
Common on: Lever

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

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Social Worker Career Ladder — New York Metro

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

Entry Social Worker0–2 yrs$57,598
Mid Social Worker2–5 yrs$75,998
Senior Social Worker5–8 yrs$95,997
Staff Social Worker8–12 yrs$115,997
Lead Social Worker12+ yrs$135,996

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

Employers in the Social Worker hiring market in New York

HCA Healthcare
CommonSpirit
Mercy Health
Ascension
Tenet

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 New York post Social Worker jobs

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

Greenhouse apply guide · Lever apply guide · Workday apply guide · Ashby apply guide · iCIMS apply guide

What New York 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 New York, NY — Common Questions

How much does a Social Worker earn in New York, NY?: Median $79,998/yr. 25th–75th percentile runs $59,030–$96,667. Source: BLS OEWS May 2024.
How many Social Worker jobs are there in New York?: BLS OEWS May 2024 reports approximately 265 Social Worker roles employed in the New York metro. Openings turn over regularly — Jobeezy watches Greenhouse, Lever, Workday, Ashby, and iCIMS for new postings here.
Which ATS platforms do New York 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 New York and submits on your behalf — no resume uploads, no repeat forms.

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