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Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers Salary in Texas
Ranked #37 of 51 · TX
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of mental health and substance abuse social workerss in Texas earn between $36,870 and $79,210. 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 Texas is $53,450, about 21.4% below the U.S. average ($68,030). That works out to roughly $26/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Texas
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Angelo, TX | $66,770 | $67,580 | 50 |
| Wichita Falls, TX | $63,770 | $64,440 | 40 |
| Coastal Plains Region of Texas nonmetropolitan area | $56,380 | $62,020 | — |
| Eastern Region of Texas nonmetropolitan area | $53,640 | $62,300 | 110 |
| Hill Country Region of Texas nonmetropolitan area | $51,150 | $57,460 | 220 |
| College Station-Bryan, TX | $49,850 | $52,020 | 130 |
| North Region of Texas nonmetropolitan area | $49,220 | $67,630 | 110 |
| Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX | $48,880 | $57,190 | 1,160 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do mental health and substance abuse social workers make in Texas?
The median mental health and substance abuse social workers salary in Texas is $46,630 per year (mean $53,450), and about 80% earn between $36,870 and $79,210.
How much do mental health and substance abuse social workers make per hour in Texas?
Roughly $26 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $53,450 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Texas a high-paying state for mental health and substance abuse social workers?
Texas ranks #37 of 51 states for mental health and substance abuse social workers pay. Its mean salary of $53,450 is about 21.4% below the U.S. average of $68,030.
Which metro areas in Texas pay mental health and substance abuse social workers the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Texas for mental health and substance abuse social workers are San Angelo, TX ($66,770), Wichita Falls, TX ($63,770), Coastal Plains Region of Texas nonmetropolitan area ($56,380), by median annual wage.
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