Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers Salary in Southwest Colorado

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southwest Colorado nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $74,400 +23.9% vs national
Median hourly $35.77
10th percentile $44,840
90th percentile $78,730
Employed locally 30
National median $60,060

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $44,840
    25th
    $59,030
    50th (median)
    $74,400
    75th
    $78,480
    90th
    $78,730

    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 Southwest Colorado

    OccupationMedian salary
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors $62,770
    Child, Family, and School Social Workers $59,930
    Community and Social Service Specialists, All Other $50,160
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors $60,670
    Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists $69,270
    Social and Human Service Assistants $46,810

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers make per hour in Southwest Colorado?

    The median hourly wage for Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers in Southwest Colorado is $35.77, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $38.24 or more per hour.

    Is Southwest Colorado above or below average for Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers salaries?

    The median Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers salary in Southwest Colorado is 23.9% 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 Southwest Colorado?

    Entry-level Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers (10th percentile) earn around $44,840 per year in Southwest Colorado. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $59,030.