Social Worker Jobs in Kansas
Across 53 live Social Worker listings in Kansas, median advertised pay is $110K (75th percentile $120K), based on the 20 that state a salary; Kansas ranks 22nd of 51 states by median advertised pay; the employers with the most openings are Gotham Enterprises (7), University of Kansas Health System (3), VitalCore Health Strategies (3).
53+ positions available
Figures are computed from live listings and reviewed by WeekdayDoc’s physician-led editorial team; data as of October 18, 2026. Posted ranges, not accepted offers. How we compute this
These 20 roles pay ~$110k median with 6.7/10 median work-life balance — use these as your benchmarks.
Salary Distribution
20 jobs · 12 employersAnnual compensation range
Work-Life Balance Distribution
20 jobs · 12 employersHigher = better work-life balance
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Social Worker Pay in Kansas: Live Market and State Comparison
Live social worker listings in Kansas today, then Kansas against neighboring states and the top payers over the last 12 months of our own postings — so every state is measured alike. Not a salary survey.
- Live listings
- 53
- Live median
- $110k
- 75th $120k · n=20
- 12-mo median
- $83k
- Pay rank
- #22 of 51
- Work-life
- 5.5/10 · #27
- 12-mo postings
- 185
Social Worker roles in Kansas advertise $2k above the $81k median across the 51 states we can measure, where Wyoming leads at $122k.
| State | Median pay (12 mo) | vs KS | WLB | Postings (12 mo) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kansas (this page) | $83k | — | 5.5/10 | 185 |
| Wyoming#1 | $122k | +$38k | 5.9/10 | 20 |
| Oregon#2 | $105k | +$22k | 5.7/10 | 235 |
| Washington#3 | $100k | +$17k | 5.6/10 | 470 |
| Oklahomaborders | $91k | +$8k | 5.6/10 | 185 |
| Coloradoborders | $81k | −$2k | 5.7/10 | 443 |
| Missouriborders | $80k | −$4k | 5.4/10 | 389 |
| Nebraskaborders | $65k | −$18k | 5.3/10 | 93 |
“borders” = shares a border with Kansas; “#n” = national pay rank among the 51 measured states. Live figures count the listings on WeekdayDoc today (updated Oct 18, 2026); 12-month figures include postings since closed, so states compare on the same basis.
- Most openings on this page:
- Gotham Enterprises (7), University of Kansas Health System (3), VitalCore Health Strategies (3)
- Top-rated employers hiring:
- BetterHelp (gold, 96/100), Talkiatry (gold, 95/100), Hiaah (gold, 95/100) (Top Employers work-life index)
A few things worth knowing
About Social Worker jobs in Kansas.
How much do social workers earn in Kansas?
A reliable salary estimate is unavailable for this sample of social workers. Compensation varies by role, specialty, location, and schedule. Compare employer-posted pay where disclosed, including its currency and pay period; missing pay is not estimated.
Are there remote or hybrid social worker jobs available?
Yes — about 5% of current social workers listings offer remote or hybrid work. You can filter for telehealth and work-from-home options, and every listing shows its remote status before you apply.
Which social worker jobs have the best work-life balance?
Every social worker role on WeekdayDoc is scored for burnout risk using call schedule, weekend and night requirements, and remote flexibility. You can sort by work-life-balance score to surface the lowest-burnout roles first.
Who is hiring social workers in Kansas right now?
Employers currently hiring for social worker roles include LMH Health, Good Shepherd Hospice, University of Kansas Health System, Gentiva Hospice, and others. WeekdayDoc aggregates verified openings from these and other organizations, refreshed daily.
How many social worker jobs in Kansas are available, and how often are they updated?
There are currently 53 social workers positions in Kansas listed, with new roles added as employers post them. Job descriptions are public. Verified sign-in with Google or email gives free access to regular Apply, full search, and standard Market Insights. Saved jobs, My Search, and the dashboard also require verified sign-in. Eligible featured employer listings allow Apply without signup or email. Basic calculators are public and free; optional AI contract analysis, RVU Billing Optimizer, and Schedule Optimizer reports remain paid.
Employers hiring now
Organizations with the most openings in Social Worker Jobs in Kansas
Gotham Enterprises7 open roles here · WLB 96/100
University of Kansas Health System3 open roles here · WLB 52/100
VitalCore Health Strategies3 open roles here · WLB 66/100
Amberwell Health2 open roles here · WLB 61/100
Amberwell Health Atchison2 open roles here · WLB 62/100
Ennoble Care2 open roles here · WLB 66/100
Gentiva Hospice2 open roles here · WLB 50/100
Good Shepherd Hospice2 open roles here · WLB 68/100