What are the main factors that influence a Mental Health Worker's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What industry pays the highest salary for Mental Health Worker?

The Insurance industry offers the highest average compensation for Mental Health Worker roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change A Mental Health Worker's salary?

A Mental Health Worker's salary grows with experience: a Mental Health Worker (1-3 years)earns $43,326, a Behavioral Health Supervisor (3-5 years)earns $93,880, a Behavioral Health Manager (5+ years)earns $108,743, a Behavioral Health Director (5+ years)earns $144,327, a VP of Behavioral Health (5+ years)earns $178,630,

What are the highest paying states for a Mental Health Worker?

Mental Health Worker salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Mental Health Worker roles are District of Columbia $47,050, California $46,871, Massachusetts $46,246. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Mental Health Worker roles make?

Salaries for Mental Health Worker level roles vary by specialization: Mental Health Outreach Worker: $73,408; Clinical Mental Health Social Worker - MSW: $66,300; Mental Health Clinician - Medical Social Worker: $66,250; Mental Health Social Worker: $61,160; Mental Health Recovery Worker: $49,213.

Mental Health Worker Salary in Delaware

How much does a Mental Health Worker make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Mental Health Worker in Delaware is $43,034 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $21.

However, a Mental Health Worker's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $51,245
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $38,827 to $47,332
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $34,997

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Mental Health Worker Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$47,332	$3,944	$910	$23
Average	$43,034	$3,586	$828	$21
25th Percentile	$38,827	$3,236	$747	$19

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Key Factors That Influence Mental Health Worker Salaries

A Mental Health Worker's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Mental Health Worker Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Mental Health Worker's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here’s how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $43,326
Early Career (1-2 years): $93,880
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $108,743
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $144,327
Expert (over 8 years): $178,630

Levels	Salary
Mental He... Level Mental Health Worker	$43,326
Behaviora... Level Mental Health Worker	$93,880
Behaviora... Level Mental Health Worker	$108,743
Behaviora... Level Mental Health Worker	$144,327
VP of Beh... Level Mental Health Worker	$178,630

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How Do Mental Health Worker Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Mental Health Workers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $47,050.
California: $46,871.
Massachusetts: $46,246.

District of Columbia $47,050 California $46,871 Massachusetts $46,246 Washington $46,076 New Jersey $46,059 Alaska $46,000 Connecticut $45,414 New York $45,176

Hawaii $44,415 Rhode Island $44,058 Maryland $43,816 Minnesota $43,484 Colorado $43,357 Illinois $43,314 Oregon $43,153 Delaware $43,034

New Hampshire $42,959 Virginia $42,792 Pennsylvania $42,303 Nevada $42,057 North Dakota $41,976 Michigan $41,848 Wisconsin $41,802 Vermont $41,708

Texas $41,449 Maine $41,432 Arizona $41,406 Ohio $41,377 Georgia $40,986 Indiana $40,790 Wyoming $40,752 Utah $40,692

Iowa $40,667 Kansas $40,463 Louisiana $40,403 North Carolina $40,382 Missouri $40,374 Florida $40,208 Montana $40,119 Nebraska $40,034

Kentucky $39,987 South Carolina $39,817 Tennessee $39,711 Idaho $39,668 New Mexico $39,358 Oklahoma $39,290 Alabama $39,039 South Dakota $38,619

Arkansas $38,389 West Virginia $38,266 Mississippi $37,896

Top Paying Cities for Mental Health Workers

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Lincoln: $42,840
Little Creek: $43,154
Magnolia: $43,092

Lincoln, DE $42,840 Little Creek, DE $43,154 Magnolia, DE $43,092 Milford, DE $42,949 Marydel, DE $43,019 Millsboro, DE $42,660 Millville, DE $42,726 Milton, DE $42,800

Nassau, DE $42,831 Ocean View, DE $42,719 Rehoboth Beach, DE $42,801 Seaford, DE $42,825 Selbyville, DE $42,648 Smyrna, DE $43,183 Viola, DE $42,985 Woodside, DE $43,100

Bear, DE $43,001 Newark, DE $42,985 Claymont, DE $43,073 Delaware City, DE $43,028 Hockessin, DE $42,981 Kirkwood, DE $43,019 Middletown, DE $43,036 Montchanin, DE $42,991

New Castle, DE $42,997 Odessa, DE $43,057 Port Penn, DE $43,086 Rockland, DE $42,995 Saint Georges, DE $43,022 Townsend, DE $43,089 Winterthur, DE $43,000 Lewes, DE $42,817

Wilmington, DE $42,983 Dover, DE $43,154 Dover Afb, DE $42,926 Bethany Beach, DE $42,674 Bethel, DE $42,718 Bridgeville, DE $42,819 Camden Wyoming, DE $43,032 Cheswold, DE $43,140

Clayton, DE $43,141 Dagsboro, DE $42,644 Delmar, DE $42,576 Ellendale, DE $42,705 Felton, DE $42,945 Fenwick Island, DE $42,654 Frankford, DE $42,579 Frederica, DE $42,988

Georgetown, DE $42,628 Greenwood, DE $42,826 Harbeson, DE $42,674 Harrington, DE $42,891 Hartly, DE $43,025 Houston, DE $42,830 Kenton, DE $43,143 Laurel, DE $42,603

Yorklyn, DE $42,994

Mental Health Worker Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Mental Health Worker roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Insurance, offers compensation 20% above the average. Conversely, Mental Health Worker positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Mental Health Worker as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Mental Health Worker

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Insurance	$51,641	$25.0	20%

Mental Health Worker Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Mental Health Worker's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on August 01, 2026

$38,827

Average $43,034/year

$47,332

$3,236

Average $3,586/month

$3,944

$747

Average $828/week

$910

$19

Average $21/hour

$23

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$47,332	$3,944	$910	$23
Average	$43,034	$3,586	$828	$21
25th Percentile	$38,827	$3,236	$747	$19

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