Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers Salary in Northeast Louisiana

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northeast Louisiana nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $38,360 -36.1% vs national
Median hourly $18.44
10th percentile $31,480
90th percentile $63,220
National median $60,060

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $31,480
    25th
    $31,480
    50th (median)
    $38,360
    75th
    $48,290
    90th
    $63,220

    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 Northeast Louisiana

    OccupationMedian salary
    Community and Social Service Specialists, All Other$40,760
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors$49,330
    Counselors, All Other$44,480
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors$61,560
    Social and Human Service Assistants$28,000
    Healthcare Social Workers$65,030

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers in Northeast Louisiana is $18.44, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $30.40 or more per hour.

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

    The median Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers salary in Northeast Louisiana is 36.1% 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 Northeast Louisiana?

    Entry-level Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers (10th percentile) earn around $31,480 per year in Northeast Louisiana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $31,480.