Social Worker salary in Canada
Based on 135 Canadian job postings that list pay, the median social worker pay is $50.44 an hour. The middle half of postings pay between $50.44 and $50.44.
Lower 25%$50.44
Median$50.44
Upper 25%$50.44
Pay figures are taken from employer postings that list pay. They are not estimates. Updated November 6, 2026.
By province
| Location | Lower 25% | Median | Upper 25% | Postings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| British Columbia | $50.44 | $50.44 | $50.44 | 117 |
| Ontario | $44.09 | $51.29 | $51.29 | 17 |
By city
| Location | Lower 25% | Median | Upper 25% | Postings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Surrey, BC | $50.44 | $50.44 | $50.44 | 35 |
| Vancouver, BC | $50.44 | $50.44 | $50.44 | 27 |
| Abbotsford, BC | $50.44 | $50.44 | $50.44 | 12 |
| White Rock, BC | $50.44 | $50.44 | $50.44 | 9 |
| New Westminster, BC | $50.44 | $50.44 | $50.44 | 6 |
| Burnaby, BC | $50.44 | $50.44 | $50.44 | 6 |
Common questions
How much does a social worker make in Canada?
Based on 135 Canadian job postings that list pay, the median social worker pay is $50.44 an hour. The middle half of postings pay between $50.44 and $50.44.
Where do social workers earn the most?
Among provinces with enough data, Ontario has the highest median advertised pay at $51.29 an hour.