Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers Salary in Northern Vermont

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

Median annual salary $62,620 +4.3% vs national
Median hourly $30.11
10th percentile $52,300
90th percentile $90,230
Employed locally 110
National median $60,060

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $52,300
    25th
    $52,300
    50th (median)
    $62,620
    75th
    $78,120
    90th
    $90,230

    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 Vermont

    OccupationMedian salary
    Social and Human Service Assistants $45,240
    Community and Social Service Specialists, All Other $51,660
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors $57,600
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors $60,240
    Child, Family, and School Social Workers $68,310
    Rehabilitation Counselors $57,680

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers in Northern Vermont is $30.11, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $48.83 or more per hour.

    Is Northern Vermont 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 Vermont is 4.3% 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 Vermont?

    Entry-level Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers (10th percentile) earn around $52,300 per year in Northern Vermont. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $52,300.