Mental Health Specialist salary in the United States

Average salary

$36,500/yr

Based on 1,080 income tax records

$18,000

$73,000

Age:

Average salary by age

18-25

26-35

36-45

46-55

56+

$29K

$37K

$40K

$41K

$44K

$18,000

$73,000

How much do Mental Health Specialists make?

The average total salary for a Mental Health Specialist is $36,500 per year. This is based on data from 1,080 TurboTax users who reported their occupation as Mental Health Specialist and includes taxable wages, tips, bonuses, and more. Mental Health Specialist salary can vary between $18,000 to $73,000 depending on factors including education, skills, experience, employer & location. Read more

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Mental Health Specialist salary by location

Mental Health Specialist salary by company

State Of Vermont, Washington County, VT

10 income tax records

$49,000/yr

$32K – $62K

Nationwide Children’s Hospital, Franklin County, OH

15 income tax records

$33,000/yr

$17K – $47K

Mental Health Specialist demographics in United States

77% are single

23% are married

31% have kids

33% own a home

Effective Tax Rates for Mental Health Specialists in United States

1,080 full-time salaries from 2019

FAQS

What is the average salary for a mental health specialist in the United States?

The average salary for a mental health specialist in the United States is $36,500 per year. Mental health specialist salaries in the United States can vary between $18,000 to $73,000 and depend on various factors, including skills, experience, employer, bonuses, tips, and more.

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Where is this data coming from?

This data is exclusive to Mint Salary and is based on 1,080 tax returns from TurboTax customers who reported their occupation as mental health specialist.

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Which cities offer the highest salaries for mental health specialists in the United States?

The following cities offer the highest salaries for mental health specialists in the United States: San Francisco Metro Area, CA ($60,500 a year), Portland Metro Area, OR ($50,500 a year), and Washington Metro Area, DC ($47,000 a year).

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