Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers Salary in Northeastern Pennsylvania

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northeastern Pennsylvania nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $46,850 -22% vs national
Median hourly $22.52
10th percentile $38,130
90th percentile $66,510
Employed locally 80
National median $60,060

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $38,130
    25th
    $40,230
    50th (median)
    $46,850
    75th
    $53,530
    90th
    $66,510

    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 Northeastern Pennsylvania

    OccupationMedian salary
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors $49,990
    Social and Human Service Assistants $42,600
    Child, Family, and School Social Workers $52,340
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors $63,270
    Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists $69,680
    Healthcare Social Workers $63,330

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers in Northeastern Pennsylvania is $22.52, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $29.42 or more per hour.

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

    The median Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers salary in Northeastern Pennsylvania is 22% 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 Northeastern Pennsylvania?

    Entry-level Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers (10th percentile) earn around $38,130 per year in Northeastern Pennsylvania. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $40,230.