Job Outlook for Master of Social Work
According to the Bureau of Labor statistics, employment for social workers is expected to grow faster than the average of all occupations through 2022 and job prospects will be especially advantageous for individuals working in rural areas. Social work is a profession for individuals who want to help people improve their lives!
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Job Outlook summary
Occupational Outlook (U.S.) for Social Workers
Quick Facts:
| 2020 Median Pay | $51,760 per year |
| Number of jobs, 2019 | 715,600 |
| Job outlook 2012 - 29 | 12% (Faster than average) |
| Employment Change, 2019 - 29 | 89,200 |
| Projected Employment, 2030 | |
| Social workers | 804,800 |
| Child, family, and school social workers | 377,400 |
| Healthcare social workers | 209,300 |
| Mental health and substance abuse social workers | 142,500 |
| Social workers, all other | 75,500 |
The above information can be found at https://www.bls.gov/ooh/Community-and-Social-Service/Social-workers.htm
