Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers Salary in Southwest Maine

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

Median annual salary $62,660 +4.3% vs national
Median hourly $30.13
10th percentile $44,860
90th percentile $102,180
Employed locally 210
National median $60,060

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $44,860
    25th
    $47,160
    50th (median)
    $62,660
    75th
    $83,070
    90th
    $102,180

    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 Maine

    OccupationMedian salary
    Social and Human Service Assistants $46,660
    Child, Family, and School Social Workers $60,990
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors $58,620
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors $61,620
    Social Workers, All Other $55,220
    Health Education Specialists $59,460

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers in Southwest Maine is $30.13, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $37.61 or more per hour.

    Is Southwest Maine 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 Maine is 4.3% 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 Maine?

    Entry-level Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers (10th percentile) earn around $44,860 per year in Southwest Maine. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $47,160.