Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers Salary in Eastern Ohio

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

Median annual salary $43,770 -27.1% vs national
Median hourly $21.04
10th percentile $31,660
90th percentile $65,580
Employed locally 250
National median $60,060

Compare Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers salary & buying power

Type a city below to see how Eastern Ohio stacks up on salary and cost of living.

Full tool →
Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers
in
Eastern Ohio
vs

    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $31,660
    25th
    $38,580
    50th (median)
    $43,770
    75th
    $49,260
    90th
    $65,580

    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 Ohio

    OccupationMedian salary
    Child, Family, and School Social Workers $46,330
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors $52,770
    Social and Human Service Assistants $38,020
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors $65,230
    Healthcare Social Workers $59,790
    Rehabilitation Counselors $42,620

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers in Eastern Ohio is $21.04, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $29.21 or more per hour.

    Is Eastern Ohio 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 Ohio is 27.1% 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 Eastern Ohio?

    Entry-level Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers (10th percentile) earn around $31,660 per year in Eastern Ohio. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $38,580.