Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers Salary in South Illinois

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

Median annual salary $49,140 -18.2% vs national
Median hourly $23.63
10th percentile $35,680
90th percentile $107,020
Employed locally 90
National median $60,060

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $35,680
    25th
    $37,590
    50th (median)
    $49,140
    75th
    $75,040
    90th
    $107,020

    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 Illinois

    OccupationMedian salary
    Child, Family, and School Social Workers$62,440
    Social and Human Service Assistants$45,760
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors$55,060
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors$48,840
    Rehabilitation Counselors$47,480
    Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists$77,920

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers in South Illinois is $23.63, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $35.76 or more per hour.

    Is South Illinois 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 Illinois is 18.2% 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 Illinois?

    Entry-level Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers (10th percentile) earn around $35,680 per year in South Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $37,590.