Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers Salary in South Carolina
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 4 metro areas • South Carolina
Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers in South Carolina earn a median salary of $42,835 per year on average across 4 metro and nonmetro areas, -28.7% vs the national median of $60,060. An estimated 530 mental health and substance abuse social workers are employed across South Carolina, with salaries ranging from $34,990 to $53,900 depending on location.
$42,835
Avg median salary in South Carolina
$53,900
Highest paying metro
$34,990
Lowest paying metro
530
Employed in South Carolina
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Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers salaries by city in South Carolina
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charleston, SC | $53,900 | $41,750 | $55,350 | 120 |
| Columbia, SC | $46,860 | $36,300 | $49,200 | 140 |
| Myrtle Beach, SC | $35,590 | $28,770 | $46,490 | 40 |
| Greenville, SC | $34,990 | $29,230 | $46,440 | 230 |