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Addiction Counselor

Average Addiction Counselor Hourly Pay in Santa Cruz, California

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$18.88
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Avg. Base Hourly Rate (USD)
10%
$10.72
MEDIAN
$18.88
90%
$22.68

The average hourly pay for an Addiction Counselor is $18.88 in 2025

Hourly Rate
$11 - $23
Total Pay
$23k - $47k
Based on 12 salary profiles (last updated Oct 24 2019)
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What Do Addiction Counselors Do?

Addiction Counselor Tasks
  • Counsel individuals or groups and implements therapeutic treatment plans to resolve addictions to drugs or alcohol.
  • Maintain case history and progress notes while observing their patients.
  • Provide evaluations, interventions, and individual and group therapy to clients experiencing chemical abuse or chemical dependency.
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Common Health Benefits for a Addiction Counselor

Medical
80%
Dental
80%
Vision
50%
None
20%

Gender Breakdown for Addiction Counselors

Female
57.1%
Male
42.9%
This data is based on 7 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Addiction Counselors

What is the highest pay for Addiction Counselors in Santa Cruz?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for an Addiction Counselor in Santa Cruz is $22.68 / hour

What is the lowest pay for Addiction Counselors in Santa Cruz?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for an Addiction Counselor in Santa Cruz is $10.72 / hour

How can Addiction Counselors increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as an Addiction Counselor is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are an Addiction Counselor that oversees more junior Addiction Counselors, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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