Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers Salary in Virginia

Median Salary

$64,240

per year

Hourly Rate

$30.89

per hour

Employment

3,670

in Virginia

vs. National Avg

+6.6%

National: $60,280

📊 Compared to the national median of $60,280, Virginia pays 6.6% MORE for Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers positions.

Purchasing Power

$62,068

cost-adjusted value

Cost of Living

103.5

4% above national avg

Rent/Income

29%

Affordable

Salary Distribution in Virginia

10th

$48,530

25th

$53,620

Median

$64,240

75th

$80,390

90th

$102,480

Data Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS).