Creative & Education Wilmington, DE Pop. 70,898

Social Worker Salary in Wilmington, Delaware

The median social worker salary in Wilmington, DE is $58,118 per year, which is 5.0% above the national median and 4.0% above the Delaware state average.

City Median
$58,118
vs State Avg
+$2,214
vs National
+$2,768
Cost of Living
105%

Social Worker Salary in Wilmington by Experience

In Wilmington, an entry-level social worker earns around $39,900, while experienced professionals earn up to $86,100 per year. The local cost of living index is 105% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$39,900
+$1,900 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$58,800
+$2,800 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$86,100
+$4,100 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Wilmington, DE

Percentile Wilmington
10th Percentile $38,220
25th Percentile $46,410
Median (50th) $58,118
75th Percentile $73,920
90th Percentile $92,190

Social Worker Salary in Other Delaware Cities

Newark, DE
$56,457
Pop. 33,398
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 Wilmington

Education

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