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Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers

A comprehensive guide to Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers licensing requirements across all 50 states. Compare median salaries, educational prerequisites, and processing timelines to plan your next career move effectively.

Median Salary

$56,678 / yr

Min. Education

Degree required

Job Outlook

See salary section for local market context

Top Paying State

New York

Coverage: 50 states

StateMedian SalaryLicense TypeEducation RequiredEst. TimelineAction
NY
New YorkCompact: No
$80,230Avg. Growth
Stand-alone licenseDegree requiredVaries by boardDetails
CT
ConnecticutCompact: Yes
$78,820Avg. Growth
Stand-alone licenseDegree requiredVaries by boardDetails
MN
MinnesotaCompact: Yes
$77,100Avg. Growth
Stand-alone licenseDegree requiredVaries by boardDetails
CA
CaliforniaCompact: Pending
$75,320Avg. Growth
Stand-alone licenseNo educational requirementsVaries by boardDetails
OR
OregonCompact: Yes
$71,830Avg. Growth
Register with licensing agencyVaries by state boardVaries by boardDetails
NJ
New JerseyCompact: No
$70,420Avg. Growth
Stand-alone licenseDegree requiredVaries by boardDetails
Showing 1-6 of 50 states