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Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers Salary in Florida
Ranked #34 of 51 · FL
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of mental health and substance abuse social workerss in Florida earn between $38,180 and $77,610. 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 Florida is $55,310, about 18.7% below the U.S. average ($68,030). That works out to roughly $27/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Florida
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Naples-Marco Island, FL | $56,860 | $59,940 | 80 |
| Gainesville, FL | $55,500 | $60,240 | 130 |
| Lakeland-Winter Haven, FL | $55,190 | $56,580 | 80 |
| Jacksonville, FL | $54,420 | $55,280 | 360 |
| Panama City-Panama City Beach, FL | $53,650 | $58,570 | 80 |
| Tallahassee, FL | $53,400 | $53,570 | 130 |
| Palm Bay-Melbourne-Titusville, FL | $53,330 | $55,800 | 110 |
| North Port-Bradenton-Sarasota, FL | $53,300 | $55,880 | 190 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do mental health and substance abuse social workers make in Florida?
The median mental health and substance abuse social workers salary in Florida is $51,590 per year (mean $55,310), and about 80% earn between $38,180 and $77,610.
How much do mental health and substance abuse social workers make per hour in Florida?
Roughly $27 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $55,310 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Florida a high-paying state for mental health and substance abuse social workers?
Florida ranks #34 of 51 states for mental health and substance abuse social workers pay. Its mean salary of $55,310 is about 18.7% below the U.S. average of $68,030.
Which metro areas in Florida pay mental health and substance abuse social workers the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Florida for mental health and substance abuse social workers are Naples-Marco Island, FL ($56,860), Gainesville, FL ($55,500), Lakeland-Winter Haven, FL ($55,190), by median annual wage.
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