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Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers Salary in Colorado
Ranked #16 of 51 · CO
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of mental health and substance abuse social workerss in Colorado earn between $47,100 and $95,950. 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 Colorado is $69,200, about 1.7% above the U.S. average ($68,030). That works out to roughly $33/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Colorado
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boulder, CO | $84,450 | $86,740 | 70 |
| Grand Junction, CO | $80,030 | $74,530 | 30 |
| Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO | $70,920 | $70,350 | 900 |
| Fort Collins-Loveland, CO | $68,020 | $71,690 | 110 |
| Pueblo, CO | $65,620 | $65,460 | 200 |
| Colorado Springs, CO | $63,860 | $67,710 | 140 |
| Southwest Colorado nonmetropolitan area | $58,510 | $61,360 | 60 |
| Greeley, CO | $49,510 | $55,890 | 40 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do mental health and substance abuse social workers make in Colorado?
The median mental health and substance abuse social workers salary in Colorado is $65,620 per year (mean $69,200), and about 80% earn between $47,100 and $95,950.
How much do mental health and substance abuse social workers make per hour in Colorado?
Roughly $33 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $69,200 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Colorado a high-paying state for mental health and substance abuse social workers?
Colorado ranks #16 of 51 states for mental health and substance abuse social workers pay. Its mean salary of $69,200 is about 1.7% above the U.S. average of $68,030.
Which metro areas in Colorado pay mental health and substance abuse social workers the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Colorado for mental health and substance abuse social workers are Boulder, CO ($84,450), Grand Junction, CO ($80,030), Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO ($70,920), by median annual wage.
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