Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers Salary in Northern New Mexico

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

Median annual salary $66,450 +10.6% vs national
Median hourly $31.95
10th percentile $41,260
90th percentile $86,130
Employed locally 60
National median $60,060

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $41,260
    25th
    $56,790
    50th (median)
    $66,450
    75th
    $69,580
    90th
    $86,130

    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 New Mexico

    OccupationMedian salary
    Social and Human Service Assistants $45,900
    Child, Family, and School Social Workers $52,010
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors $77,830
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors $64,910
    Healthcare Social Workers $81,600
    Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists $57,080

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers in Northern New Mexico is $31.95, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $40.76 or more per hour.

    Is Northern New Mexico 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 New Mexico is 10.6% 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 Northern New Mexico?

    Entry-level Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers (10th percentile) earn around $41,260 per year in Northern New Mexico. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $56,790.