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Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers Salary in Oregon
Ranked #9 of 51 · OR
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of mental health and substance abuse social workerss in Oregon earn between $50,280 and $100,680. 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 Oregon is $73,050, about 7.4% above the U.S. average ($68,030). That works out to roughly $35/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Oregon
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Albany, OR | $74,980 | $74,280 | 70 |
| Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA | $73,740 | $73,730 | 1,170 |
| Salem, OR | $68,210 | $77,780 | 360 |
| Bend, OR | $66,710 | $70,500 | 170 |
| Eugene-Springfield, OR | $65,020 | $74,700 | 230 |
| Grants Pass, OR | $64,130 | $67,790 | 40 |
| Central Oregon nonmetropolitan area | $62,620 | $65,070 | 50 |
| Medford, OR | $60,940 | $67,110 | 70 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do mental health and substance abuse social workers make in Oregon?
The median mental health and substance abuse social workers salary in Oregon is $68,210 per year (mean $73,050), and about 80% earn between $50,280 and $100,680.
How much do mental health and substance abuse social workers make per hour in Oregon?
Roughly $35 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $73,050 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Oregon a high-paying state for mental health and substance abuse social workers?
Oregon ranks #9 of 51 states for mental health and substance abuse social workers pay. Its mean salary of $73,050 is about 7.4% above the U.S. average of $68,030.
Which metro areas in Oregon pay mental health and substance abuse social workers the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Oregon for mental health and substance abuse social workers are Albany, OR ($74,980), Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA ($73,740), Salem, OR ($68,210), by median annual wage.
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