Social and Community Service Manager salary
From 377 certified H-1B filings (FY2025–FY2026). Base salary only.
- Occupation code 11-9151: Social and Community Service Managers
At a glance
- Mostly Level I (entry-level). 49% of Social and Community Service Manager filings are Level I, compared with 19% across all H-1B filings.
- Top filer: The Devereux Foundation. 24 filings (6% of the total), median $55,182.
- Median up 15% since FY2020. From $68,466 in FY2020 to $78,750 in FY2026 (Q1–Q3). Nominal, not adjusted for inflation.
Social and Community Service Manager H-1B salary overview
Employers filed 377 certified H-1B Labor Condition Applications for Social and Community Service Manager jobs in FY2025–FY2026 (occupation code 11-9151, Social and Community Service Managers). The median base salary is $75,000, 39% below the median for all H-1B filings ($122,699), and half of the filings fall between $63,000 and $95,000. The most common wage level is Level I (entry-level), at 49% of filings. New York, NY has the most filings (60), and The Devereux Foundation is the employer that files the most (24).
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Top employers for Social and Community Service Manager
Employers with the most Social and Community Service Manager filings. Bar: share of all Social and Community Service Manager filings. Figure: median base salary.
Pay by level
Entry-level · 49% of filings
Mid-level · 26% of filings
Senior · 13% of filings
Expert · 12% of filings
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By experience level
| Wage level | Median | Filings |
|---|---|---|
| Level I · Entry | $65,000 | 179 |
| Level II · Qualified | $82,400 | 95 |
| Level III · Experienced | $103,265 | 46 |
| Level IV · Fully competent | $124,758 | 43 |
Median shown when a level has at least 10 filings.
Social and Community Service Manager pay by city
Median base salary in each metro area. Rent: HUD Fair Market Rent, FY2027.
Show all 7 metro areas
| Metro area | Median | Filings |
|---|---|---|
| New York, NY | $89,201 | 60 |
| Boston, MA | $81,112 | 33 |
| San Francisco, CA | $103,000 | 29 |
| Chicago, IL | $65,042 | 27 |
| Washington, DC | $86,861 | 20 |
| Los Angeles, CA | $78,707 | 19 |
| Worcester, MA | $55,182 | 18 |
Metro areas with at least 10 filings for this occupation.
What a Social and Community Service Manager does
Plan, direct, or coordinate the activities of a social service program or community outreach organization. Oversee the program or organization's budget and policies regarding participant involvement, program requirements, and benefits. Work may involve directing social workers, counselors, or probation officers.
Typical tasks
- Establish and oversee administrative procedures to meet objectives set by boards of directors or senior management.
- Direct activities of professional and technical staff members and volunteers.
- Evaluate the work of staff and volunteers to ensure that programs are of appropriate quality and that resources are used effectively.
- Participate in the determination of organizational policies regarding such issues as participant eligibility, program requirements, and program benefits.
- Prepare and maintain records and reports, such as budgets, personnel records, or training manuals.
- Provide direct service and support to individuals or clients, such as handling a referral for child advocacy issues, conducting a needs evaluation, or resolving complaints.
Preparation
Job Zone Four: Considerable Preparation Needed. Most of these occupations require a four-year bachelor's degree, but some do not.
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H-1B pay vs. all U.S. workers
Across all U.S. workers in this occupation (Social and Community Service Managers), the median annual wage was $80,390 in May 2025, with 209,330 people employed. The median H-1B base salary in FY2025–FY2026 is $75,000, 7% lower.
| H-1B filings | All U.S. workers (BLS, May 2025) | |
|---|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $55,182 | $53,150 |
| 25th percentile | $63,000 | $64,290 |
| Median | $75,000 | $80,390 |
| 75th percentile | $95,000 | $103,200 |
| 90th percentile | $123,972 | $132,260 |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS). BLS wages cover all wage and salary workers and include some incentive pay; H-1B figures are the base salary offered on certified LCAs. The two sources cover different periods. BLS reports wages of $239,200 or more as a single top value.
Salary details
Salary range
| Percentile | Salary |
|---|---|
| 10th | $55,182 |
| 25th | $63,000 |
| 50th (median) | $75,000 |
| 75th | $95,000 |
| 90th | $123,972 |
Salary by year
Median salary
Filings per year
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| Fiscal year | Median | P25 | P75 | Filings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2020 | $68,466 | $60,134 | $86,000 | 122 |
| FY2021 | $75,000 | $60,216 | $96,364 | 113 |
| FY2022 | $71,130 | $60,000 | $90,000 | 133 |
| FY2023 | $69,775 | $60,000 | $85,000 | 158 |
| FY2024 | $75,234 | $60,320 | $100,000 | 153 |
| FY2025 | $71,947 | $61,017 | $90,220 | 222 |
| FY2026 | $78,750 | $66,875 | $98,017 | 155 |
Questions
How much does an H-1B Social and Community Service Manager make?
The median base salary in certified H-1B filings for Social and Community Service Manager jobs is $75,000 (377 filings, FY2025–FY2026). Half of the filings are between $63,000 and $95,000.
What does an entry-level Social and Community Service Manager earn on an H-1B?
Level I (entry-level) filings have a median of $65,000. Level I accounts for 49% of Social and Community Service Manager filings.
Do H-1B Social and Community Service Managers earn more than other U.S. workers in the same job?
The H-1B median base salary ($75,000) is 7% lower than the median wage of all U.S. workers in this occupation ($80,390, BLS May 2025). The sources measure pay differently, so treat this as a rough comparison.