Salary Report for New Jersey Health Care Social Workers
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Compare New Jersey to U.S.
New Jersey Health Care Social Workers earn an average of $71,310 which is 14% more than the national average salary of $62,310.
| Type | New Jersey | U.S. | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average Hourly Wage | $34.28 | $29.96 | 14.42% |
| Average Annual Salary | $71,310 | $62,310 | 14.44% |
Salary Range by Education and Experience
In New Jersey, 50% of Health Care Social Workers earn between $60,910 and $78,220 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 $95,640, a rate generally associated with highly educated and experienced Health Care Social Workers.
Approximately 10% of Health Care Social Workers earn under $49,230, a rate generally reserved for less experienced or entry level Health Care Social Workers.
| Percent | Experience | Employed | Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10% | Less than a Year | 264 | Under $49,230 |
| 15% | 2 – 4 years | 396 | $49,230 – $60,910 |
| 25% | 5 – 9 years | 660 | $60,910 – $63,850 |
| 25% | 10 – 14 years | 660 | $63,850 – $78,220 |
| 15% | 15 – 20 years | 396 | $63,850 – $95,640 |
| 10% | 20+ years | 264 | Above $95,640 |
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living
After being adjusted for cost-of-living, Health Care Social Workers in New Jersey psychologists earn about $64,151 per year which is more than the average U.S. psychologist of $62,310.
Cost-of-living in New Jersey is 11% higher than the national average, which means New Jersey 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 $71,310, New Jersey Health Care Social Workers tend to earn less than Clinical and Counseling Psychologists ($143,150), Psychology Teachers ($96,000), Forensic Psychologists ($95,090), School Psychologists ($88,570), Marriage and Family Therapists ($81,330), and Social Workers ($75,410).
However, Health Care Social Workers tend to earn more than Substance Abuse Counselors ($63,430).
| Title | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| Clinical and Counseling Psychologists | $143,150 |
| Psychology Teachers | $96,000 |
| Forensic Psychologists | $95,090 |
| School Psychologists | $88,570 |
| Marriage and Family Therapists | $81,330 |
| Social Workers | $75,410 |
| Health Care Social Workers | $71,310 |
| Substance Abuse Counselors | $63,430 |
Projected Demand for Psychologists in 2030
The U.S. Department of Labor projects that in New Jersey the three professions needing the most new psychologists by 2030 are Substance Abuse Counselors (13,020), Social Workers (5,450) and Marriage and Family Therapists (4,840).
The three professions in New Jersey needing highest percentage new psychologists by 2030 are Substance Abuse Counselors (21.9%), Psychology Teachers (11.3%) and Health Care Social Workers (9.5%).
| Title | 2020 | 2030 | Change | Yearly Openings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Substance Abuse Counselors | 10,680 | 13,020 | 21.9% | 1,320 |
| Social Workers | 5,010 | 5,450 | 8.8% | 520 |
| Marriage and Family Therapists | 5,000 | 4,840 | -3.2% | 440 |
| Health Care Social Workers | 3,480 | 3,810 | 9.5% | 370 |
| Psychology Teachers | 1,600 | 1,780 | 11.3% | 170 |
| Forensic Psychologists | 610 | 600 | -1.6% | 40 |
| Industrial Organizational Psychologists | 350 | 350 | 0% | 20 |
Salaries Ranked by New Jersey Cities
The average salary for Health Care Social Workers in New Jersey is $71,310. The top cities that pay Health Care Social Workers the most are Vineland-Bridgeton ($70,130), Trenton ($69,240) and Atlantic City-Hammonton ($60,030).
When adjusted for cost-of-living, the cities that pay Health Care Social Workers the highest average annual salary are Vineland-Bridgeton ($72,210), Trenton ($66,705) and Atlantic City-Hammonton ($61,299).
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vineland-Bridgeton | $70,130 | $72,210 | $2,080 |
| Trenton | $69,240 | $66,705 | $-2,535 |
| Atlantic City-Hammonton | $60,030 | $61,299 | $1,269 |
Salary FAQ for New Jersey Health Care Social Workers
City and Rural Summaries
Atlantic City-Hammonton
Average Health Care Social Workers Salary: $60,030
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living: $61,299
Hourly Wage: $28.86
Currently Employed: 100
Cost-of-Living Index: 97.93
Atlantic City-Hammonton Salary Report
Trenton
Average Health Care Social Workers Salary: $69,240
Adjusted for Cost of Living: $66,705
Hourly Wage: $33
Currently Employed: 160
Cost-of-Living Index: 103.80
Trenton Salary Report
Vineland-Bridgeton
Average Health Care Social Workers Salary: $70,130
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living: $72,210
Hourly Wage: $33.72
Currently Employed: 60
Cost-of-Living Index: 97.12
Vineland-Bridgeton Salary Report
Official Data Sources for Health Care Social Workers: Salary Data | Projected Employment | Cost of Living Data