Creative & Education Bear, DE Pop. 21,000

Social Worker Salary in Bear, Delaware

The median social worker salary in Bear, DE is $54,797 per year, which is 1% below the national median and 2% below the Delaware state average.

City Median
$54,797
vs State Avg
$-1,107
vs National
$-553
Cost of Living
99%

Social Worker Salary in Bear by Experience

In Bear, an entry-level social worker earns around $37,620, while experienced professionals earn up to $81,180 per year. The local cost of living index is 99% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$37,620
$-380 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$55,440
$-560 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$81,180
$-820 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Bear, DE

Percentile Bear
10th Percentile $36,036
25th Percentile $43,758
Median (50th) $54,797
75th Percentile $69,696
90th Percentile $86,922

Social Worker Salary in Other Delaware Cities

Wilmington, DE
$58,118
Pop. 70,898
Newark, DE
$56,457
Pop. 33,398
Middletown, DE
$54,243
Pop. 22,350
Dover, DE
$53,136
Pop. 39,403

How to Become a Social Worker in Bear

Education

Most social worker positions require a bachelor's degree. Bear and the surrounding Delaware area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Case ManagementCounselingCrisis InterventionCommunity ResourcesAdvocacyDocumentation

Job Outlook

Nationally, social worker employment is projected to grow 7% over the next decade (faster than average). Demand in Bear may vary based on local industry and population growth.