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Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers Salary in Massachusetts
Ranked #15 of 51 · MA
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of mental health and substance abuse social workerss in Massachusetts earn between $48,260 and $100,670. 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 Massachusetts is $69,710, about 2.5% above the U.S. average ($68,030). That works out to roughly $34/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Massachusetts
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amherst Town-Northampton, MA | $69,960 | $72,210 | 210 |
| Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH | $63,830 | $71,030 | 4,660 |
| Massachusetts nonmetropolitan area | $63,610 | $71,540 | 90 |
| Barnstable Town, MA | $62,990 | $68,490 | 170 |
| Worcester, MA | $60,480 | $65,020 | 960 |
| Springfield, MA | $60,250 | $67,350 | 510 |
| Pittsfield, MA | $56,660 | $61,500 | 170 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do mental health and substance abuse social workers make in Massachusetts?
The median mental health and substance abuse social workers salary in Massachusetts is $62,500 per year (mean $69,710), and about 80% earn between $48,260 and $100,670.
How much do mental health and substance abuse social workers make per hour in Massachusetts?
Roughly $34 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $69,710 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Massachusetts a high-paying state for mental health and substance abuse social workers?
Massachusetts ranks #15 of 51 states for mental health and substance abuse social workers pay. Its mean salary of $69,710 is about 2.5% above the U.S. average of $68,030.
Which metro areas in Massachusetts pay mental health and substance abuse social workers the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Massachusetts for mental health and substance abuse social workers are Amherst Town-Northampton, MA ($69,960), Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH ($63,830), Massachusetts nonmetropolitan area ($63,610), by median annual wage.
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