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Substance abuse counselor salary in United States (Updated 2026)

How much does a Substance Abuse Counselor make in the United States?

Average base salary

$26.09
Average $26.09
Low $15.60
High $43.64

The average salary for a substance abuse counselor is $26.09 per hour in the United States. 4.1k salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months (updated July 6, 2026).

Substance Abuse Counselor job openings in United States

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Certified Substance Abuse Coun...
Grace and Mercy Recovery
Henrico, VA
From $30 an hour
Full-time
3 hours ago

Highest paying companies for Substance Abuse Counselor in United States

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
Amarillo Independent School Di...
 
$475,238per year
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Crossroads Treatment Centers
 
$410,000per year
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Central City Community Health ...
 
$316,338per year
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New Horizons Medical
 
$260,000per year
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Highfields Inc
 
$260,000per year
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Abacus Technology
 
$250,000per year
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Highest paying cities for Substance Abuse Counselors near United States

  1. Eugene, OR
    $32.40 per hour
  2. Virginia Beach, VA
    $29.26 per hour
  3. Reno, NV
    $28.78 per hour
  4. Bronx, NY
    $27.56 per hour
  5. Bakersfield, CA
    $25.89 per hour

Where can a Substance Abuse Counselor earn more?

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