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Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers Salary in Illinois
Ranked #31 of 51 · IL
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of mental health and substance abuse social workerss in Illinois earn between $39,910 and $79,050. 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 Illinois is $58,130, about 14.6% below the U.S. average ($68,030). That works out to roughly $28/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Illinois
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN | $57,720 | $61,050 | 2,450 |
| South Illinois nonmetropolitan area | $57,500 | $58,500 | 220 |
| Peoria, IL | $49,000 | $53,940 | 50 |
| West Central Illinois nonmetropolitan area | $46,940 | $51,810 | 60 |
| East Central Illinois nonmetropolitan area | $46,130 | $52,550 | 90 |
| Springfield, IL | $46,010 | $46,900 | 150 |
| Rockford, IL | $45,280 | $47,640 | 110 |
| Northwest Illinois nonmetropolitan area | $44,700 | $49,200 | 30 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do mental health and substance abuse social workers make in Illinois?
The median mental health and substance abuse social workers salary in Illinois is $49,960 per year (mean $58,130), and about 80% earn between $39,910 and $79,050.
How much do mental health and substance abuse social workers make per hour in Illinois?
Roughly $28 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $58,130 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Illinois a high-paying state for mental health and substance abuse social workers?
Illinois ranks #31 of 51 states for mental health and substance abuse social workers pay. Its mean salary of $58,130 is about 14.6% below the U.S. average of $68,030.
Which metro areas in Illinois pay mental health and substance abuse social workers the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Illinois for mental health and substance abuse social workers are Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN ($57,720), South Illinois nonmetropolitan area ($57,500), Peoria, IL ($49,000), by median annual wage.
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