Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers Salary in District of Columbia
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 1 metro areas • District of Columbia
Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers in District of Columbia earn a median salary of $77,600 per year on average across 1 metro and nonmetro areas, +29.2% vs the national median of $60,060. An estimated 2,310 mental health and substance abuse social workers are employed across District of Columbia, with salaries ranging from $77,600 to $77,600 depending on location.
$77,600
Avg median salary in District of Columbia
$77,600
Highest paying metro
$77,600
Lowest paying metro
2,310
Employed in District of Columbia
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Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers salaries by city in District of Columbia
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washington, DC-VA-MD-WV | $77,600 | $60,320 | $98,210 | 2,310 |