Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers Salary in Nevada
Also called: Mental Health Social Workers
Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers in Nevada earn a median of $62,900 a year, +4% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $62,900
- vs. U.S. median
- +4% ($60,280)
- Rank among states
- 15 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 1,100
Pay range in Nevada
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $37,930; the top 10% earn over $98,010. Nationally the range is $39,740 to $104,170.
States ranked near Nevada
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- Healthcare Social Workers$78,470 median in Nevada
- Clinical and Counseling Psychologists$102,650 median in Nevada
- Child, Family, and School Social Workers$61,080 median in Nevada
- Rehabilitation Counselors$40,120 median in Nevada
- School Psychologists$93,680 median in Nevada
- Patient Representatives$49,620 median in Nevada (broader BLS group)
Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers pay in Nevada
How much do mental health and substance abuse social workers make in Nevada?
The median is $62,900 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $37,930 and the top 10% earn over $98,010. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Nevada a good state for mental health and substance abuse social workers?
On pay alone it ranks 15 of 51 (+4% vs. the national median of $60,280). Living costs are not included.