Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors Salary (2025)
Based on 491,930 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $38,940 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $47,100 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $59,350 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $76,530 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $97,590 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$39K
25th
$47K
Median
$59K
75th
$77K
90th
$98K
Highest Paying States for Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| Alaska | $86,500 |
| New Mexico | $76,370 |
| Oregon | $75,540 |
| Washington | $75,020 |
| New Jersey | $71,360 |
| Nebraska | $70,220 |
| Hawaii | $70,050 |
| Colorado | $69,860 |
| Utah | $69,370 |
| District of Columbia | $69,180 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is Alaska at an average of $86,500 per year, while District of Columbia has an average of $69,180 — a difference of $17,320. These geographic differences reflect variations in cost of living, demand, and local labor market conditions.
Highest Paying Metro Areas
Top cities by average annual wage
About Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 491,930 workers were employed as Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselorss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Community and Social Service Occupations. The annual mean wage of $64,440 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 21-1018