Salary Report for District of Columbia Health Care Social Workers
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Compare District of Columbia to U.S.
District of Columbia Health Care Social Workers earn an average of $87,000 which is 39% more than the national average salary of $62,310.
| Type | District of Columbia | U.S. | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average Hourly Wage | $41.83 | $29.96 | 39.62% |
| Average Annual Salary | $87,000 | $62,310 | 39.62% |
Salary Range by Education and Experience
In District of Columbia, 50% of Health Care Social Workers earn between $61,920 and $98,740 a year, depending on factors such as level of education, experience, location and place of employment.
About 10% of Health Care Social Workers earn more than $124,680, a rate generally associated with highly educated and experienced Health Care Social Workers.
Approximately 10% of Health Care Social Workers earn under $47,570, a rate generally reserved for less experienced or entry level Health Care Social Workers.
| Percent | Experience | Employed | Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10% | Less than a Year | 37 | Under $47,570 |
| 15% | 2 – 4 years | 56 | $47,570 – $61,920 |
| 25% | 5 – 9 years | 92 | $61,920 – $78,020 |
| 25% | 10 – 14 years | 92 | $78,020 – $98,740 |
| 15% | 15 – 20 years | 56 | $78,020 – $124,680 |
| 10% | 20+ years | 37 | Above $124,680 |
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living
After being adjusted for cost-of-living, Health Care Social Workers in District of Columbia psychologists earn about $78,055 per year which is more than the average U.S. psychologist of $62,310.
Cost-of-living in District of Columbia is 11% higher than the national average, which means District of Columbia residents have an overall higher cost for food, housing, utilities and transportation compared to other states.
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Salary Compared to Related Professions
With an average annual salary of $87,000, District of Columbia Health Care Social Workers tend to earn less than Psychology Teachers ($105,510), Forensic Psychologists ($104,440), Clinical and Counseling Psychologists ($99,890), and School Psychologists ($96,120).
However, Health Care Social Workers tend to earn more than Substance Abuse Counselors ($64,920), and Social Workers ($70,340).
| Title | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| Psychology Teachers | $105,510 |
| Forensic Psychologists | $104,440 |
| Clinical and Counseling Psychologists | $99,890 |
| School Psychologists | $96,120 |
| Health Care Social Workers | $87,000 |
| Social Workers | $70,340 |
| Substance Abuse Counselors | $64,920 |
Projected Demand for Psychologists in 2030
The U.S. Department of Labor projects that in District of Columbia the three professions needing the most new psychologists by 2030 are Social Workers (2,450), Substance Abuse Counselors (1,270) and Forensic Psychologists (670).
The three professions in District of Columbia needing highest percentage new psychologists by 2030 are Substance Abuse Counselors (21%), Social Workers (13.4%) and Psychology Teachers (11.8%).
| Title | 2020 | 2030 | Change | Yearly Openings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Social Workers | 2,160 | 2,450 | 13.4% | 240 |
| Substance Abuse Counselors | 1,050 | 1,270 | 21% | 130 |
| Forensic Psychologists | 650 | 670 | 3.1% | 50 |
| Health Care Social Workers | 400 | 430 | 7.5% | 40 |
| Psychology Teachers | 170 | 190 | 11.8% | 20 |
Salaries Ranked by District of Columbia Cities
The average salary for Health Care Social Workers in District of Columbia is $87,000. The top cities that pay Health Care Social Workers the most is Washington-Arlington-Alexandria ($70,730).
When adjusted for cost-of-living, the cities that pay Health Care Social Workers the highest average annual salary is Washington-Arlington-Alexandria ($63,418).
The following table shows the average yearly salary range for Health Care Social Workers in each city, and the average yearly salary after being adjusted for cost-of-living in that state.
The difference column shows how much more or less purchasing power a Health Care Social Workers salary will have in that area.
| Area | Average Salary | COL Adjusted | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Washington-Arlington-Alexandria | $70,730 | $63,418 | $-7,312 |
Salary FAQ for District of Columbia Health Care Social Workers
City and Rural Summaries
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria
Average Health Care Social Workers Salary: $70,730
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living: $63,418
Hourly Wage: $34.01
Currently Employed: 2,010
Cost-of-Living Index: 111.53
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria Salary Report
Official Data Sources for Health Care Social Workers: Salary Data | Projected Employment | Cost of Living Data