Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers Salary in Southwest Montana

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

Median annual salary $44,920 -25.2% vs national
Median hourly $21.60
10th percentile $37,340
90th percentile $63,560
Employed locally 60
National median $60,060

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $37,340
    25th
    $41,150
    50th (median)
    $44,920
    75th
    $47,340
    90th
    $63,560

    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 Montana

    OccupationMedian salary
    Social and Human Service Assistants $36,730
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors $57,790
    Child, Family, and School Social Workers $56,330
    Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists $49,140
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors $54,620
    Social Workers, All Other $51,120

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers in Southwest Montana is $21.60, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $30.72 or more per hour.

    Is Southwest Montana 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 Montana is 25.2% below 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 Montana?

    Entry-level Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers (10th percentile) earn around $37,340 per year in Southwest Montana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $41,150.