Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers Salary in East-Central Montana

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

Median annual salary $44,430 -26% vs national
Median hourly $21.36
10th percentile $39,190
90th percentile $78,570
Employed locally 50
National median $60,060

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $39,190
    25th
    $41,270
    50th (median)
    $44,430
    75th
    $52,770
    90th
    $78,570

    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 Montana

    OccupationMedian salary
    Social and Human Service Assistants $36,430
    Child, Family, and School Social Workers $57,010
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors $64,830
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors $59,550
    Clergy $43,750
    Community and Social Service Specialists, All Other $47,100

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers in East-Central Montana is $21.36, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $37.78 or more per hour.

    Is East-Central Montana 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 Montana is 26% 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 Montana?

    Entry-level Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers (10th percentile) earn around $39,190 per year in East-Central Montana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $41,270.