Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers Salary in Southwestern Pennsylvania

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southwestern Pennsylvania nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $46,490 -22.6% vs national
Median hourly $22.35
10th percentile $37,750
90th percentile $76,550
Employed locally 60
National median $60,060

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $37,750
    25th
    $42,380
    50th (median)
    $46,490
    75th
    $62,130
    90th
    $76,550

    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 Southwestern Pennsylvania

    OccupationMedian salary
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors$52,430
    Child, Family, and School Social Workers$44,610
    Social and Human Service Assistants$39,050
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors$61,460
    Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists$62,440
    Community and Social Service Specialists, All Other$48,120

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers make per hour in Southwestern Pennsylvania?

    The median hourly wage for Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers in Southwestern Pennsylvania is $22.35, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $28.30 or more per hour.

    Is Southwestern Pennsylvania above or below average for Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers salaries?

    The median Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers salary in Southwestern Pennsylvania is 22.6% 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 Southwestern Pennsylvania?

    Entry-level Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers (10th percentile) earn around $37,750 per year in Southwestern Pennsylvania. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $42,380.