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Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers Salary in Wisconsin
Ranked #18 of 51 · WI
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of mental health and substance abuse social workerss in Wisconsin earn between $45,430 and $87,690. 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 Wisconsin is $64,960, about 4.5% below the U.S. average ($68,030). That works out to roughly $31/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Wisconsin
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Crosse-Onalaska, WI-MN | $66,770 | $67,670 | 30 |
| South Central Wisconsin nonmetropolitan area | $66,100 | $67,910 | 140 |
| Madison, WI | $63,690 | $66,650 | 220 |
| Northeastern Wisconsin nonmetropolitan area | $63,620 | $68,940 | 120 |
| Milwaukee-Waukesha, WI | $62,770 | $67,850 | 600 |
| Appleton, WI | $62,100 | $61,630 | 50 |
| Wausau, WI | $61,780 | $57,940 | 150 |
| Janesville-Beloit, WI | $60,800 | $63,050 | 30 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do mental health and substance abuse social workers make in Wisconsin?
The median mental health and substance abuse social workers salary in Wisconsin is $61,860 per year (mean $64,960), and about 80% earn between $45,430 and $87,690.
How much do mental health and substance abuse social workers make per hour in Wisconsin?
Roughly $31 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $64,960 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Wisconsin a high-paying state for mental health and substance abuse social workers?
Wisconsin ranks #18 of 51 states for mental health and substance abuse social workers pay. Its mean salary of $64,960 is about 4.5% below the U.S. average of $68,030.
Which metro areas in Wisconsin pay mental health and substance abuse social workers the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Wisconsin for mental health and substance abuse social workers are La Crosse-Onalaska, WI-MN ($66,770), South Central Wisconsin nonmetropolitan area ($66,100), Madison, WI ($63,690), by median annual wage.
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