SOC 21-1018 · National · May 2024 OEWS Data
The national median salary for Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors is $59,197 per year ($28.46/hr) according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, May 2024. The middle 50% of earners make between $47,174 and $76,232 annually. Top earners at the 90th percentile reach $98,218 per year. There are approximately 440,380 substance abuse, behavioral disorder, and mental health counselors employed in the United States.
| Percentile | Hourly Rate | Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|
| P10 | $18.79 | $39,083 |
| P25 | $22.68 | $47,174 |
| P50MEDIAN | $28.46 | $59,197 |
| P75 | $36.65 | $76,232 |
| P90 | $47.22 | $98,218 |
Professional & Business Services was the only sector with openings growth (+64K) in February. Quit rates eased to 2.6%. Active hiring continues for specialized roles, particularly at senior levels.
The national median salary for Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors is $59,197 per year ($28.46/hr) according to BLS OEWS May 2024 data. The middle 50% earn between $47,174 and $76,232 annually.
The 90th percentile salary for Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors is $98,218 per year ($47.22/hr). The 75th percentile is $76,232 per year.
Entry-level Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors (10th percentile) earn approximately $39,083 per year ($18.79/hr). The 25th percentile is $47,174 per year.
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