Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers Salary in Middle Georgia

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Middle Georgia nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $60,960 +1.5% vs national
Median hourly $29.31
10th percentile $35,770
90th percentile $73,910
Employed locally 60
National median $60,060

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $35,770
    25th
    $38,220
    50th (median)
    $60,960
    75th
    $65,080
    90th
    $73,910

    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 Middle Georgia

    OccupationMedian salary
    Social and Human Service Assistants $34,230
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors $50,490
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors $52,830
    Child, Family, and School Social Workers $46,630
    Healthcare Social Workers $60,780
    Community and Social Service Specialists, All Other $40,590

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers in Middle Georgia is $29.31, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $35.53 or more per hour.

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

    The median Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers salary in Middle Georgia is 1.5% 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 Middle Georgia?

    Entry-level Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers (10th percentile) earn around $35,770 per year in Middle Georgia. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $38,220.