Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers
SOC code 21-1023 · Community and Social Service Occupations
National employment
132,810
Mean annual wage
$68,030
Mean hourly wage
$32.71
Median annual wage
$60,280
Median hourly wage
$28.98
Wage percentiles
| Percentile | Annual wage | Hourly wage |
|---|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $39,740 | $19.11 |
| 25th percentile | $47,070 | $22.63 |
| 50th percentile (median) | $60,280 | $28.98 |
| 75th percentile | $79,730 | $38.33 |
| 90th percentile | $104,170 | $50.08 |
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Similar-paying occupations in Community and Social Service Occupations
- Clergy 21-2011$60,810/yr
- Child, Family, and School Social Workers 21-1021$59,550/yr
- Community and Social Service Specialists, All Other 21-1099$56,730/yr
- Health Education Specialists 21-1091$64,070/yr
- Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors 21-1012$64,330/yr
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2024 estimates. Wage figures are BLS OEWS estimates and may not reflect current pay.