Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers Salary in Southwest New York

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

Median annual salary $65,860 +9.7% vs national
Median hourly $31.66
10th percentile $46,800
90th percentile $86,350
Employed locally 320
National median $60,060

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $46,800
    25th
    $53,350
    50th (median)
    $65,860
    75th
    $78,140
    90th
    $86,350

    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 New York

    OccupationMedian salary
    Social and Human Service Assistants $41,410
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors $56,880
    Child, Family, and School Social Workers $59,900
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors $50,820
    Healthcare Social Workers $56,180
    Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists $73,290

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers in Southwest New York is $31.66, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $40.78 or more per hour.

    Is Southwest New York 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 New York is 9.7% 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 New York?

    Entry-level Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers (10th percentile) earn around $46,800 per year in Southwest New York. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $53,350.