Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers Salary in Northwest Minnesota

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

Median annual salary $71,480 +19% vs national
Median hourly $34.36
10th percentile $48,370
90th percentile $92,650
Employed locally 190
National median $60,060

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $48,370
    25th
    $67,010
    50th (median)
    $71,480
    75th
    $84,220
    90th
    $92,650

    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 Minnesota

    OccupationMedian salary
    Child, Family, and School Social Workers$66,560
    Social and Human Service Assistants$47,670
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors$57,300
    Social Workers, All Other$75,670
    Rehabilitation Counselors$42,680
    Community and Social Service Specialists, All Other$51,130

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers in Northwest Minnesota is $34.36, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $46.55 or more per hour.

    Is Northwest Minnesota 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 Minnesota is 19% 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 Minnesota?

    Entry-level Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers (10th percentile) earn around $48,370 per year in Northwest Minnesota. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $67,010.