Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers Salary in Southeast-Central Idaho

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southeast-Central Idaho nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $69,160 +15.2% vs national
Median hourly $33.25
10th percentile $42,600
90th percentile $134,540
Employed locally 30
National median $60,060

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $42,600
    25th
    $55,490
    50th (median)
    $69,160
    75th
    $75,500
    90th
    $134,540

    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 Southeast-Central Idaho

    OccupationMedian salary
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors$68,650
    Social and Human Service Assistants$45,440
    Rehabilitation Counselors$47,140
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors$66,400
    Child, Family, and School Social Workers$61,860
    Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists$59,760

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers make per hour in Southeast-Central Idaho?

    The median hourly wage for Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers in Southeast-Central Idaho is $33.25, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $46.12 or more per hour.

    Is Southeast-Central Idaho above or below average for Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers salaries?

    The median Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers salary in Southeast-Central Idaho is 15.2% 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 Southeast-Central Idaho?

    Entry-level Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers (10th percentile) earn around $42,600 per year in Southeast-Central Idaho. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $55,490.