Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers Salary in Central Pennsylvania

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Central Pennsylvania nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $46,120 -23.2% vs national
Median hourly $22.17
10th percentile $30,900
90th percentile $71,260
Employed locally 100
National median $60,060

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $30,900
    25th
    $40,980
    50th (median)
    $46,120
    75th
    $62,130
    90th
    $71,260

    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 Central Pennsylvania

    OccupationMedian salary
    Social and Human Service Assistants$44,140
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors$50,080
    Child, Family, and School Social Workers$50,360
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors$61,770
    Healthcare Social Workers$60,240
    Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists$58,950

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers in Central Pennsylvania is $22.17, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $22.41 or more per hour.

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

    The median Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers salary in Central Pennsylvania is 23.2% 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 Central Pennsylvania?

    Entry-level Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers (10th percentile) earn around $30,900 per year in Central Pennsylvania. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $40,980.