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Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers Salary in Arizona
Ranked #45 of 51 · AZ
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of mental health and substance abuse social workerss in Arizona earn between $40,810 and $64,350. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean mental health and substance abuse social workers salary in Arizona is $50,630, about 25.6% below the U.S. average ($68,030). That works out to roughly $24/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Arizona
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prescott Valley-Prescott, AZ | $50,020 | $52,370 | 110 |
| Flagstaff, AZ | $48,410 | $56,190 | 40 |
| Tucson, AZ | $48,370 | $47,960 | 510 |
| Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ | $46,340 | $51,150 | 2,870 |
| Arizona nonmetropolitan area | $43,870 | $46,530 | 90 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do mental health and substance abuse social workers make in Arizona?
The median mental health and substance abuse social workers salary in Arizona is $46,380 per year (mean $50,630), and about 80% earn between $40,810 and $64,350.
How much do mental health and substance abuse social workers make per hour in Arizona?
Roughly $24 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $50,630 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Arizona a high-paying state for mental health and substance abuse social workers?
Arizona ranks #45 of 51 states for mental health and substance abuse social workers pay. Its mean salary of $50,630 is about 25.6% below the U.S. average of $68,030.
Which metro areas in Arizona pay mental health and substance abuse social workers the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Arizona for mental health and substance abuse social workers are Prescott Valley-Prescott, AZ ($50,020), Flagstaff, AZ ($48,410), Tucson, AZ ($48,370), by median annual wage.
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