Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers Salary in South Florida

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • South Florida nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $54,410 -9.4% vs national
Median hourly $26.16
10th percentile $39,420
90th percentile $79,910
Employed locally 40
National median $60,060

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $39,420
    25th
    $44,780
    50th (median)
    $54,410
    75th
    $75,200
    90th
    $79,910

    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 South Florida

    OccupationMedian salary
    Social and Human Service Assistants$40,010
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors$54,520
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors$55,560
    Child, Family, and School Social Workers$52,680
    Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists$53,600
    Rehabilitation Counselors$36,630

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers make per hour in South Florida?

    The median hourly wage for Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers in South Florida is $26.16, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $38.42 or more per hour.

    Is South Florida above or below average for Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers salaries?

    The median Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers salary in South Florida is 9.4% below 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 South Florida?

    Entry-level Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers (10th percentile) earn around $39,420 per year in South Florida. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $44,780.