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Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers Salary in Mississippi
Ranked #44 of 51 · MS
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of mental health and substance abuse social workerss in Mississippi earn between $25,880 and $78,920. 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 Mississippi is $50,750, about 25.4% below the U.S. average ($68,030). That works out to roughly $24/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Mississippi
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gulfport-Biloxi, MS | $62,520 | $63,860 | 70 |
| Hattiesburg, MS | $53,870 | $58,350 | 30 |
| West Delta Mississippi nonmetropolitan area | $50,900 | $50,540 | 70 |
| Jackson, MS | $48,610 | $54,800 | 250 |
| Upper East Mississippi nonmetropolitan area | $45,720 | $47,850 | 120 |
| Lower West Mississippi nonmetropolitan area | $39,610 | $51,750 | 100 |
| Lower East Mississippi nonmetropolitan area | $25,880 | $38,310 | 210 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do mental health and substance abuse social workers make in Mississippi?
The median mental health and substance abuse social workers salary in Mississippi is $48,970 per year (mean $50,750), and about 80% earn between $25,880 and $78,920.
How much do mental health and substance abuse social workers make per hour in Mississippi?
Roughly $24 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $50,750 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Mississippi a high-paying state for mental health and substance abuse social workers?
Mississippi ranks #44 of 51 states for mental health and substance abuse social workers pay. Its mean salary of $50,750 is about 25.4% below the U.S. average of $68,030.
Which metro areas in Mississippi pay mental health and substance abuse social workers the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Mississippi for mental health and substance abuse social workers are Gulfport-Biloxi, MS ($62,520), Hattiesburg, MS ($53,870), West Delta Mississippi nonmetropolitan area ($50,900), by median annual wage.
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