Substance Abuse Counselor salary in the United States

Average salary

$38,000/yr

Based on 1,395 income tax records

$19,500

$62,500

Age:

Average salary by age

18-25

26-35

36-45

46-55

56+

$31K

$37K

$38K

$40K

$42K

$19,500

$62,500

How much do Substance Abuse Counselors make?

The average total salary for a Substance Abuse Counselor is $38,000 per year. This is based on data from 1,395 TurboTax users who reported their occupation as Substance Abuse Counselor and includes taxable wages, tips, bonuses, and more. Substance Abuse Counselor salary can vary between $19,500 to $62,500 depending on factors including education, skills, experience, employer & location. Read more

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Substance Abuse Counselor salary by location

Substance Abuse Counselor salary by company

Substance Abuse Counselor demographics in United States

76% are single

24% are married

35% have kids

34% own a home

Effective Tax Rates for Substance Abuse Counselors in United States

1,395 full-time salaries from 2019

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What is the average salary for a substance abuse counselor in the United States?

The average salary for a substance abuse counselor in the United States is $38,000 per year. Substance abuse counselor salaries in the United States can vary between $19,500 to $62,500 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 1,395 tax returns from TurboTax customers who reported their occupation as substance abuse counselor.

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Which cities offer the highest salaries for substance abuse counselors in the United States?

The following cities offer the highest salaries for substance abuse counselors in the United States: San Francisco Metro Area, CA ($50,500 a year), Washington Metro Area, DC ($49,000 a year), and New York Metro Area, NY ($44,500 a year).

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