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Social Worker Salary in Aurora, Illinois

The median social worker salary in Aurora, IL is $52,583 per year, which is 5% below the national median and 0.0% above the Illinois state average.

City Median
$52,583
vs State Avg
+$0
vs National
$-2,767
Cost of Living
95%

Social Worker Salary in Aurora by Experience

In Aurora, an entry-level social worker earns around $36,100, while experienced professionals earn up to $77,900 per year. The local cost of living index is 95% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$36,100
$-1,900 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$53,200
$-2,800 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$77,900
$-4,100 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Aurora, IL

Percentile Aurora
10th Percentile $34,580
25th Percentile $41,990
Median (50th) $52,583
75th Percentile $66,880
90th Percentile $83,410

Social Worker Salary in Other Illinois Cities

Naperville, IL
$59,778
Pop. 149,540
Chicago, IL
$59,225
Pop. 2,693,976
Springfield, IL
$47,048
Pop. 114,394
Rockford, IL
$45,387
Pop. 148,655

How to Become a Social Worker in Aurora

Education

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