Salary Range — 10th to 90th Percentile
Full Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual Wage | Hourly Wage |
|---|---|---|
| 10th percentile (entry-level) | $43,350 | $20.84 |
| 25th percentile | $55,440 | $26.65 |
| 50th percentile (median) | $75,320 | $36.21 |
| 75th percentile | $105,020 | $50.49 |
| 90th percentile (top earners) | $136,310 | $65.54 |
| Mean (average) | $83,110 | $39.96 |
How California Compares
| State | Median Annual | vs. California |
|---|---|---|
| California (current) | $75,320 | — |
| New York | $80,230 | +7% |
| Connecticut | $78,820 | +5% |
| Minnesota | $77,100 | +2% |
| District of Columbia | $72,720 | -3% |
| Oregon | $71,830 | -5% |
| New Jersey | $70,420 | -7% |
| Hawaii | $70,340 | -7% |
| Vermont | $69,540 | -8% |
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Related Occupations in California
| Occupation | Median Annual | Employment |
|---|---|---|
| First-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers | $75,250 | 51,710 |
| Food Service Managers | $75,140 | 38,960 |
| Property, Real Estate, and Community Association Managers | $75,140 | 50,410 |
| Career/Technical Education Teachers, Postsecondary | $75,130 | 9,110 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Office and Administrative Support Workers | $75,090 | 164,320 |
| Life, Physical, and Social Science Technicians, All Other | $75,780 | 10,120 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers salary in California?
The mean mental health and substance abuse social workers salary in California is $83,110 per year. The median (middle) salary is $75,320 per year. Source: BLS OEWS 2024.
What is the starting salary for a Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers in California?
Entry-level mental health and substance abuse social workerss (10th percentile) in California typically earn around $43,350 per year. Workers at the 25th percentile earn approximately $55,440 per year.
What is the highest Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers salary in California?
Top earners (90th percentile) in this occupation in California make approximately $136,310 per year. Those in the 75th percentile earn around $105,020 per year.
How does the California Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers salary compare to the national average?
The median mental health and substance abuse social workers salary in California is $75,320, which is +25% above national average of $60,060.
Data Source: This data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics,
Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) program, May 2024 release.
All wages are estimates. Actual salaries may vary based on experience, education,
employer, and other factors. bls.gov/oes