Salary Range — 10th to 90th Percentile
Full Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual Wage | Hourly Wage |
|---|---|---|
| 10th percentile (entry-level) | $34,370 | $16.52 |
| 25th percentile | $39,240 | $18.87 |
| 50th percentile (median) | $46,330 | $22.27 |
| 75th percentile | $59,180 | $28.45 |
| 90th percentile (top earners) | $74,320 | $35.73 |
| Mean (average) | $51,470 | $24.74 |
How Ohio Compares
| State | Median Annual | vs. Ohio |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio (current) | $46,330 | — |
| New York | $80,230 | +73% |
| Connecticut | $78,820 | +70% |
| Minnesota | $77,100 | +66% |
| California | $75,320 | +63% |
| District of Columbia | $72,720 | +57% |
| Oregon | $71,830 | +55% |
| New Jersey | $70,420 | +52% |
| Hawaii | $70,340 | +52% |
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Related Occupations in Ohio
| Occupation | Median Annual | Employment |
|---|---|---|
| Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators | $46,340 | 37,440 |
| Veterinary Technologists and Technicians | $46,390 | 4,720 |
| Inspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers | $46,220 | 31,010 |
| Information and Record Clerks, All Other | $46,470 | 2,210 |
| Procurement Clerks | $46,180 | 1,780 |
| Life, Physical, and Social Science Technicians, All Other | $46,540 | 1,600 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers salary in Ohio?
The mean mental health and substance abuse social workers salary in Ohio is $51,470 per year. The median (middle) salary is $46,330 per year. Source: BLS OEWS 2024.
What is the starting salary for a Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers in Ohio?
Entry-level mental health and substance abuse social workerss (10th percentile) in Ohio typically earn around $34,370 per year. Workers at the 25th percentile earn approximately $39,240 per year.
What is the highest Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers salary in Ohio?
Top earners (90th percentile) in this occupation in Ohio make approximately $74,320 per year. Those in the 75th percentile earn around $59,180 per year.
How does the Ohio Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers salary compare to the national average?
The median mental health and substance abuse social workers salary in Ohio is $46,330, which is -23% below 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