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Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers Salary in Arkansas
Ranked #22 of 51 · AR
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of mental health and substance abuse social workerss in Arkansas earn between $39,440 and $99,070. 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 Arkansas is $63,300, about 7% below the U.S. average ($68,030). That works out to roughly $30/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Arkansas
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers, AR | $96,420 | $88,450 | 130 |
| East Arkansas nonmetropolitan area | $66,930 | $67,120 | 70 |
| Jonesboro, AR | $62,440 | $65,480 | 80 |
| West Arkansas nonmetropolitan area | $59,990 | $60,320 | 80 |
| Little Rock-North Little Rock-Conway, AR | $51,320 | $58,470 | 450 |
| South Arkansas nonmetropolitan area | $49,180 | $54,680 | 80 |
| Fort Smith, AR-OK | $46,430 | $58,560 | 40 |
| North Arkansas nonmetropolitan area | $40,480 | $54,090 | 70 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do mental health and substance abuse social workers make in Arkansas?
The median mental health and substance abuse social workers salary in Arkansas is $58,590 per year (mean $63,300), and about 80% earn between $39,440 and $99,070.
How much do mental health and substance abuse social workers make per hour in Arkansas?
Roughly $30 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $63,300 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Arkansas a high-paying state for mental health and substance abuse social workers?
Arkansas ranks #22 of 51 states for mental health and substance abuse social workers pay. Its mean salary of $63,300 is about 7% below the U.S. average of $68,030.
Which metro areas in Arkansas pay mental health and substance abuse social workers the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Arkansas for mental health and substance abuse social workers are Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers, AR ($96,420), East Arkansas nonmetropolitan area ($66,930), Jonesboro, AR ($62,440), by median annual wage.
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