Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers Salary in East North Dakota

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • East North Dakota nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $62,530 +4.1% vs national
Median hourly $30.06
10th percentile $57,840
90th percentile $81,400
Employed locally 30
National median $60,060

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $57,840
    25th
    $59,320
    50th (median)
    $62,530
    75th
    $67,570
    90th
    $81,400

    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 North Dakota

    OccupationMedian salary
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors$59,910
    Child, Family, and School Social Workers$66,300
    Social and Human Service Assistants$47,870
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors$67,190
    Healthcare Social Workers$63,750
    Rehabilitation Counselors$63,050

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers in East North Dakota is $30.06, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $39.13 or more per hour.

    Is East North Dakota 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 North Dakota is 4.1% above 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 North Dakota?

    Entry-level Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers (10th percentile) earn around $57,840 per year in East North Dakota. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $59,320.