Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers Salary in Northwest Colorado

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northwest Colorado nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $69,150 +15.1% vs national
Median hourly $33.25
10th percentile $50,470
90th percentile $84,580
Employed locally 30
National median $60,060

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $50,470
    25th
    $53,890
    50th (median)
    $69,150
    75th
    $78,740
    90th
    $84,580

    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 Northwest Colorado

    OccupationMedian salary
    Child, Family, and School Social Workers$62,010
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors$71,700
    Community and Social Service Specialists, All Other$58,400
    Social and Human Service Assistants$46,620
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors$69,950
    Healthcare Social Workers$57,840

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers make per hour in Northwest Colorado?

    The median hourly wage for Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers in Northwest Colorado is $33.25, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $40.66 or more per hour.

    Is Northwest Colorado above or below average for Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers salaries?

    The median Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers salary in Northwest Colorado is 15.1% 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 Northwest Colorado?

    Entry-level Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers (10th percentile) earn around $50,470 per year in Northwest Colorado. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $53,890.