Entry Level Social Worker Salary in Chicago, Illinois

Entry Level Social Worker Salary in Chicago, IL

How much does an Entry Level Social Worker make in Chicago, IL?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for an Entry Level Social Worker in Chicago, IL is $68,092. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $54,778 to a high of $83,387, with most professionals earning between $61,123 and $76,098.

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Entry Level Social Worker Salaries by Percentile
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10th Percentile Entry Level Social Worker Salary $54,778 Chicago,IL April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Entry Level Social Worker Salary $61,123 Chicago,IL April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Entry Level Social Worker Salary $68,092 Chicago,IL April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Entry Level Social Worker Salary $76,098 Chicago,IL April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Entry Level Social Worker Salary $83,387 Chicago,IL April 01, 2025
25% $61,123 10% $54,778 90% $83,387 75% $76,098 $68,092 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Entry Level Social Worker in Chicago, IL. The base salary for Entry Level Social Worker ranges from $61,123 to $76,098 with the average base salary of $68,092. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $61,123 to $76,098 with the average total cash compensation of $68,092.

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