Salary of Social Worker in New Zealand 2026

How much does a Social Worker earn?

NZD 86,704 / Annual
Based on 5 job listings
Salaries are calculated as the average of salary ranges published in job listings. Data is aggregated monthly by job position.

Minimum: NZD 68,000 Average salary: NZD 86,704 Maximum: NZD 102,000

Minimum
NZD 68,000 Average salary
NZD 86,704 Maximum
NZD 102,000

NZD 7,225 / Monthly
Based on 5 job listings
Salaries are calculated as the average of salary ranges published in job listings. Data is aggregated monthly by job position.

Minimum: NZD 5,667 Average salary: NZD 7,225 Maximum: NZD 8,500

Minimum
NZD 5,667 Average salary
NZD 7,225 Maximum
NZD 8,500

NZD 241 / Daily
Based on 5 job listings
Salaries are calculated as the average of salary ranges published in job listings. Data is aggregated monthly by job position.

Minimum: NZD 189 Average salary: NZD 241 Maximum: NZD 283

Minimum
NZD 189 Average salary
NZD 241 Maximum
NZD 283

NZD 45 / Hourly
Based on 5 job listings
Salaries are calculated as the average of salary ranges published in job listings. Data is aggregated monthly by job position.

Minimum: NZD 35 Average salary: NZD 45 Maximum: NZD 53

Minimum
NZD 35 Average salary
NZD 45 Maximum
NZD 53

Salary data updated: September 2026

Salary of Social Worker in New Zealand

Social Worker

4 days ago

Queenstown, Otago, New Zealand MINDSG LTD Full-time NZD 55,000 - NZD 90,000 Contract

The Social Worker works in the field of Social Work. He/She is qualified and trained to provide interventions and...
Social Worker

Found at: Sourcestack New Zealand - 23 hours ago

New Plymouth, New Zealand Wise Group Full-time NZD 250 Contract

Full-time, Permanent + Monday–Friday + New PlymouthAdditional leave + 2 paid wellbeing days + Health &...
Social Worker

Found at: Sourcestack New Zealand - 23 hours ago

Wellington Hospital, Kapiti Coast, Hutt Valley, New Zealand Capital Health Careers Full-time

Location: Wellington Regional Hospital (Ewart Building) and Kenepuru Community Hospital, with community-based practice...

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FAQ - Social Worker

The average salary for Social Worker is AUD86,704 per year in New Zealand. Salary estimates are based on 5 salaries shared anonymously with Trabajo.org by employees with the position of Social Worker in New Zealand.

The lowest salary of Social Worker per year in New Zealand is AUD68,000

The highest salary for Social Worker per year in New Zealand is AUD102,000

Data updated: September 2026

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Methodology

Salary data is calculated from compensation ranges published in active job listings in New Zealand. Job postings that include salary information are analyzed to obtain minimum, average and maximum values by position. Data is updated monthly and reflects listings from the last 90 days. Sample size for this position: 5 job postings with salary.