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Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers Salary in North Carolina
Ranked #30 of 51 · NC
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of mental health and substance abuse social workerss in North Carolina earn between $38,970 and $79,720. 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 North Carolina is $59,880, about 12% below the U.S. average ($68,030). That works out to roughly $29/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in North Carolina
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asheville, NC | $63,400 | $65,510 | 160 |
| Durham-Chapel Hill, NC | $60,390 | $66,980 | 340 |
| Winston-Salem, NC | $60,110 | $62,220 | 140 |
| Rocky Mount, NC | $59,780 | $62,420 | 60 |
| Greensboro-High Point, NC | $59,550 | $63,140 | 230 |
| Raleigh-Cary, NC | $59,380 | $64,950 | 410 |
| Central North Carolina nonmetropolitan area | $58,120 | $56,720 | 350 |
| Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia, NC-SC | $58,090 | $57,220 | 840 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do mental health and substance abuse social workers make in North Carolina?
The median mental health and substance abuse social workers salary in North Carolina is $58,210 per year (mean $59,880), and about 80% earn between $38,970 and $79,720.
How much do mental health and substance abuse social workers make per hour in North Carolina?
Roughly $29 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $59,880 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is North Carolina a high-paying state for mental health and substance abuse social workers?
North Carolina ranks #30 of 51 states for mental health and substance abuse social workers pay. Its mean salary of $59,880 is about 12% below the U.S. average of $68,030.
Which metro areas in North Carolina pay mental health and substance abuse social workers the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in North Carolina for mental health and substance abuse social workers are Asheville, NC ($63,400), Durham-Chapel Hill, NC ($60,390), Winston-Salem, NC ($60,110), by median annual wage.
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