50% of professionals earn between $68,009 - $81,206 NZD
The median salary is $74,622
The average salary for a Social Worker in New Zealand is NZD 74,622 - NZD 81,206 per year in 2026. The median salary is NZD 77,914 per year, based on 2,220 active job listings.
The cities with the most Social Worker job opportunities in New Zealand are Auckland, Christchurch, Wellington, Tauranga, Hamilton. Auckland leads with 372 job openings.
Leading employers for Social Worker roles in New Zealand include Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children, New Zealand Government, Department of Corrections, Haines Attract for The Salvation Army, Mercy Hospice.
Explore 2,220 Social Worker job listings in New Zealand on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.