Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers Salary in Southern Vermont

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

Median annual salary $70,250 +17% vs national
Median hourly $33.77
10th percentile $59,370
90th percentile $99,570
Employed locally 120
National median $60,060

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $59,370
    25th
    $61,260
    50th (median)
    $70,250
    75th
    $83,580
    90th
    $99,570

    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 Vermont

    OccupationMedian salary
    Community and Social Service Specialists, All Other $49,980
    Social and Human Service Assistants $45,040
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors $57,610
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors $59,450
    Child, Family, and School Social Workers $65,370
    Marriage and Family Therapists $60,920

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers in Southern Vermont is $33.77, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $50.08 or more per hour.

    Is Southern Vermont 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 Vermont is 17% 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 Vermont?

    Entry-level Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers (10th percentile) earn around $59,370 per year in Southern Vermont. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $61,260.