Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers Salary in Northern Indiana

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northern Indiana nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $55,860 -7% vs national
Median hourly $26.85
10th percentile $36,940
90th percentile $77,610
Employed locally 150
National median $60,060

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $36,940
    25th
    $45,780
    50th (median)
    $55,860
    75th
    $73,010
    90th
    $77,610

    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 Northern Indiana

    OccupationMedian salary
    Social and Human Service Assistants $40,160
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors $51,880
    Child, Family, and School Social Workers $50,470
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors $55,800
    Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists $59,640
    Healthcare Social Workers $60,130

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers in Northern Indiana is $26.85, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $36.44 or more per hour.

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

    The median Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers salary in Northern Indiana is 7% 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 Northern Indiana?

    Entry-level Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers (10th percentile) earn around $36,940 per year in Northern Indiana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $45,780.