BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics · May 2025
Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers in New Jersey earn between $45,180 and $102,130, with a mean of $70,930. The national average for this role is $68,058.
| Location | Mean Salary |
|---|---|
| New Jersey | $70,930 |
| National Average | $68,058 |
| California | $91,050 |
| New York | $86,110 |
| District of Columbia | $83,340 |
| Connecticut | $78,250 |
Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2025. New Jersey. Hourly wages assume 2,080 hours/year.