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Social Worker Salary in Newark, Delaware

The median social worker salary in Newark, DE is $56,457 per year, which is 2.0% above the national median and 1.0% above the Delaware state average.

City Median
$56,457
vs State Avg
+$553
vs National
+$1,107
Cost of Living
102%

Social Worker Salary in Newark by Experience

In Newark, an entry-level social worker earns around $38,760, while experienced professionals earn up to $83,640 per year. The local cost of living index is 102% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$38,760
+$760 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$57,120
+$1,120 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$83,640
+$1,640 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Newark, DE

Percentile Newark
10th Percentile $37,128
25th Percentile $45,084
Median (50th) $56,457
75th Percentile $71,808
90th Percentile $89,556

Social Worker Salary in Other Delaware Cities

Wilmington, DE
$58,118
Pop. 70,898
Bear, DE
$54,797
Pop. 21,000
Middletown, DE
$54,243
Pop. 22,350
Dover, DE
$53,136
Pop. 39,403

How to Become a Social Worker in Newark

Education

Most social worker positions require a bachelor's degree. Newark 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 Newark may vary based on local industry and population growth.