Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers Salary in Southern Michigan

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southern Michigan nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $65,120 +8.4% vs national
Median hourly $31.31
10th percentile $47,190
90th percentile $80,820
Employed locally 190
National median $60,060

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $47,190
    25th
    $57,760
    50th (median)
    $65,120
    75th
    $75,160
    90th
    $80,820

    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 Southern Michigan

    OccupationMedian salary
    Child, Family, and School Social Workers $63,000
    Social and Human Service Assistants $37,880
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors $58,360
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors $64,600
    Healthcare Social Workers $63,530
    Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists $74,610

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers make per hour in Southern Michigan?

    The median hourly wage for Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers in Southern Michigan is $31.31, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $39.71 or more per hour.

    Is Southern Michigan above or below average for Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers salaries?

    The median Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers salary in Southern Michigan is 8.4% 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 Southern Michigan?

    Entry-level Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers (10th percentile) earn around $47,190 per year in Southern Michigan. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $57,760.