Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers Salary in Maryland

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Maryland nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $43,030 -28.4% vs national
Median hourly $20.69
10th percentile $36,690
90th percentile $78,490
Employed locally 100
National median $60,060

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $36,690
    25th
    $36,690
    50th (median)
    $43,030
    75th
    $61,180
    90th
    $78,490

    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 Maryland

    OccupationMedian salary
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors$62,050
    Child, Family, and School Social Workers$63,940
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors$63,690
    Rehabilitation Counselors$37,120
    Healthcare Social Workers$65,480
    Social and Human Service Assistants$43,120

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers in Maryland is $20.69, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $37.42 or more per hour.

    Is Maryland above or below average for Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers salaries?

    The median Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers salary in Maryland is 28.4% 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 Maryland?

    Entry-level Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers (10th percentile) earn around $36,690 per year in Maryland. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $36,690.