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Social Worker Salary in Las Vegas, Nevada

The median social worker salary in Las Vegas, NV is $55,350 per year, which is 0.0% above the national median and 3.1% above the Nevada state average.

City Median
$55,350
vs State Avg
+$1,660
vs National
+$0
Cost of Living
100%

Social Worker Salary in Las Vegas by Experience

In Las Vegas, an entry-level social worker earns around $38,000, while experienced professionals earn up to $82,000 per year. The local cost of living index is 100% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$38,000
+$0 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$56,000
+$0 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$82,000
+$0 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Las Vegas, NV

Percentile Las Vegas
10th Percentile $36,400
25th Percentile $44,200
Median (50th) $55,350
75th Percentile $70,400
90th Percentile $87,800

Social Worker Salary in Other Nevada Cities

Reno, NV
$57,564
Pop. 264,165
Henderson, NV
$56,457
Pop. 320,189
Sparks, NV
$54,243
Pop. 108,445
North Las Vegas, NV
$52,583
Pop. 262,527

How to Become a Social Worker in Las Vegas

Education

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