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Licensed Substance Abuse Counselor

Average Licensed Substance Abuse Counselor Salary

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$38,138
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (USD)
25%
$35k
MEDIAN
$38k
75%
$42k

The average salary for a Licensed Substance Abuse Counselor is $38,138 in 2025

Base Salary
$35k - $42k
Total Pay
$27k - $69k
Based on 11 salary profiles (last updated Mar 04 2025)
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Common Health Benefits for a Licensed Substance Abuse Counselor

Medical
60%
Dental
60%
Vision
40%
None
40%

Gender Breakdown for Licensed Substance Abuse Counselors

Female
66.7%
Male
33.3%
This data is based on 3 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Licensed Substance Abuse Counselors

What is the highest pay for Licensed Substance Abuse Counselors?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Licensed Substance Abuse Counselor is $NaN / year

What is the lowest pay for Licensed Substance Abuse Counselors?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Licensed Substance Abuse Counselor is $NaN / year

How can Licensed Substance Abuse Counselors increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Licensed Substance Abuse 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 a Licensed Substance Abuse Counselor that oversees more junior Licensed Substance Abuse Counselors, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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