Research on Income, Demographics, and Practice of Social Workers

The following studies are representative of NASW membership only and not meant to represent the entire profession.  If you are a journalist and need more information about social work, please contact NASW Communications at 202-336-8228 or media@naswdc.org

Results of the Second Survey

The second NASW PRN survey was completed during Fall 2002, based on a random sample of 2000 NASW regular members. Preliminary analysis of the data has revealed some interesting findings (these files require Adobe Acrobat Reader):

• Social Work Income (PDF)
• Demographics of Social Workers (PDF)
• Internet Access (PDF)
• Client Diagnoses Information (PDF)
• Professional Development Activities (PDF)

Results of the First Survey

The initial NASW PRN survey was completed during Summer 2000, based on a random sample of 2000 NASW regular members. Preliminary analysis of the data has revealed some interesting findings (these files require Adobe Acrobat Reader):

• Social Work Salary/Compensation 2—Revised (PDF)
• Social Work Salary/Compensation (PDF)
• Member Demographics (PDF)
• Social Work Practice Areas (PDF)
• Substance Abuse Treatment (PDF)
• Research Methodology (PDF)
• Experience in Private Practice (PDF)