Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers Salary in Alaska

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Alaska nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $57,650 -4% vs national
Median hourly $27.72
10th percentile $50,270
90th percentile $92,090
Employed locally 120
National median $60,060

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $50,270
    25th
    $53,100
    50th (median)
    $57,650
    75th
    $69,980
    90th
    $92,090

    Top-paying metros for Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Cheyenne, WY $118,900
    San Luis Obispo-Paso Robles, CA $116,630
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $102,760
    Eastern Sierra-Mother Lode Region of California nonmetropolitan area $101,100
    Vallejo, CA $98,680
    Las Cruces, NM $97,490

    Related occupations in Alaska

    OccupationMedian salary
    Child, Family, and School Social Workers $56,350
    Social and Human Service Assistants $46,940
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors $80,470
    Social Workers, All Other $60,880
    Community Health Workers $47,240
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors $73,340

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers make per hour in Alaska?

    The median hourly wage for Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers in Alaska is $27.72, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $44.16 or more per hour.

    Is Alaska above or below average for Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers salaries?

    The median Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers salary in Alaska is 4% below the national median of $60,060. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers in Alaska?

    Entry-level Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers (10th percentile) earn around $50,270 per year in Alaska. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $53,100.