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Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers Salary in Arizona
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers make in Arizona?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$46,380
Median Annual Salary
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-0.6% vs 2024
$50,630
Mean Salary
$46,380
Median Salary
$22.30
Hourly Rate
3,690 people work as Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers in Arizona
Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers salary by percentile in Arizona
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers in Arizona earn a median salary of $46,380 per year ($3,865/month).
This is 18.9% below the national average of $57,161.
Arizona ranks #44 out of 51 states for Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers pay.
Approximately 3,690 people work in this occupation across Arizona.
Salaries decreased by 0.6% compared to 2024.
About This Job: Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers
Assess and treat individuals with mental, emotional, or substance abuse problems, including abuse of alcohol, tobacco, and/or other drugs. Activities may include individual and group therapy, crisis intervention, case management, client advocacy, prevention, and education.
Top Skills
Social Perceptiveness
4.25
Active Listening
4.12
Speaking
4.12
Reading Comprehension
4.0
Critical Thinking
4.0
Key Knowledge Areas
Therapy and Counseling
4.83
Psychology
4.66
English Language
3.9
Customer and Personal Service
3.8
Education and Training
3.68
Typical Education: Master's Degree
(77.2% of workers)
Salary Range: Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers in Arizona
Salaries for Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers in Arizona range from $40,810 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $64,350 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $45,010 and $54,480.
Median $46,380
P10: $40,810P25: $45,010P75: $54,480P90: $64,350
10th
$40,810
25th
$45,010
Median
$46,380
75th
$54,480
90th
$64,350
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$40,810
$19.62
$3,400
25th Percentile
$45,010
$21.64
$3,750
Median (50th)
$46,380
$22.30
$3,865
75th Percentile
$54,480
$26.19
$4,540
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$64,350
$30.94
$5,362
Note: The mean (average) salary of $50,630 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
📊 How Does This Compare?
#44
Arizona ranks #44 of 51 states
$57,161
National avg. for Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers
How much do Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers make in Arizona?
The median annual salary for Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers in Arizona is $46,380 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $50,630.
What is the salary range for a Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers in Arizona?
Salaries for Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers in Arizona range from $40,810 at the 10th percentile to $64,350 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $45,010 and $54,480.
What is the starting salary for a Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers in Arizona?
Entry-level Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers positions in Arizona typically start around $40,810 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $45,010 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers in Arizona?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 3,690 people are employed as Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers in Arizona.
What is the hourly rate for a Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers in Arizona?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers in Arizona is approximately $22.30 per hour.
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, 2025 estimates. The OEWS survey covers approximately 1.1 million establishments nationwide.
Annual salaries are calculated based on a standard 2,080-hour work year. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, education, employer, and local market conditions. Figures do not include benefits, bonuses, or overtime pay.
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