Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers Salary in Nebraska
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 5 metro areas • Nebraska
Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers in Nebraska earn a median salary of $44,516 per year on average across 5 metro and nonmetro areas, -25.9% vs the national median of $60,060. An estimated 860 mental health and substance abuse social workers are employed across Nebraska, with salaries ranging from $37,730 to $48,790 depending on location.
$44,516
Avg median salary in Nebraska
$48,790
Highest paying metro
$37,730
Lowest paying metro
860
Employed in Nebraska
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Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers salaries by city in Nebraska
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lincoln, NE | $48,790 | $40,180 | $57,450 | 130 |
| Omaha, NE-IA | $47,120 | $42,040 | $57,820 | 530 |
| South Nebraska | $44,950 | $41,220 | $50,030 | 80 |
| Northeast Nebraska | $43,990 | $40,580 | $62,960 | 80 |
| Northwest Nebraska | $37,730 | $35,560 | $45,270 | 40 |