Average Substance Use Counselor Salary

$27.46/hour

The average salary for a Substance Use Counselor is $27.46 per hour. This is 76% lower than the therapy US average of $48.28.

Last updated on December 20, 2024. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

Salaries for Substance Use Counselor compared to Therapist National Averages

$27.46/hour

76% lower than the therapy US average.

$48.28/hour

United States

What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Substance Use Counselor jobs?
Average Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Smokey Point Behavioral Hospital$31$31
CoreCivic$27$35

Last updated on December 20, 2024. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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