BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics · May 2025
Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers in California earn between $46,450 and $147,300, with a mean of $91,050. The national average for this role is $68,058.
| Location | Mean Salary |
|---|---|
| California | $91,050 |
| National Average | $68,058 |
| New York | $86,110 |
| District of Columbia | $83,340 |
| Connecticut | $78,250 |
| Rhode Island | $76,970 |
Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2025. California. Hourly wages assume 2,080 hours/year.