Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers Salary in Eastern New Mexico

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Eastern New Mexico nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $68,370 +13.8% vs national
Median hourly $32.87
10th percentile $58,360
90th percentile $88,280
Employed locally 100
National median $60,060

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $58,360
    25th
    $61,880
    50th (median)
    $68,370
    75th
    $77,990
    90th
    $88,280

    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 Eastern New Mexico

    OccupationMedian salary
    Child, Family, and School Social Workers $51,520
    Social and Human Service Assistants $44,850
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors $75,140
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors $73,470
    Healthcare Social Workers $57,430
    Health Education Specialists $60,880

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers make per hour in Eastern New Mexico?

    The median hourly wage for Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers in Eastern New Mexico is $32.87, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $46.66 or more per hour.

    Is Eastern New Mexico above or below average for Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers salaries?

    The median Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers salary in Eastern New Mexico is 13.8% 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 Eastern New Mexico?

    Entry-level Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers (10th percentile) earn around $58,360 per year in Eastern New Mexico. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $61,880.