Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers Salary in East Central Illinois

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

Median annual salary $46,130 -23.2% vs national
Median hourly $22.18
10th percentile $36,640
90th percentile $82,810
Employed locally 90
National median $60,060

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $36,640
    25th
    $42,520
    50th (median)
    $46,130
    75th
    $58,390
    90th
    $82,810

    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 East Central Illinois

    OccupationMedian salary
    Social and Human Service Assistants $42,850
    Child, Family, and School Social Workers $54,080
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors $47,830
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors $57,120
    Rehabilitation Counselors $50,300
    Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists $79,190

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers in East Central Illinois is $22.18, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $39.81 or more per hour.

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

    The median Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers salary in East Central Illinois 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 East Central Illinois?

    Entry-level Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers (10th percentile) earn around $36,640 per year in East Central Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $42,520.