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Substance Abuse Counselor

Average Experienced Substance Abuse Counselor with Patient Counseling Skills Salary in New York, New York

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$50,000
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Avg. Base Salary (USD)
25%
$39k
MEDIAN
$50k
75%
$56k

The average salary for a Substance Abuse Counselor is $50,000 in 2025

Base Salary
$39k - $56k
Total Pay
$33k - $61k
Based on 10 salary profiles (last updated Aug 26 2017)
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What Do Substance Abuse Counselors Do?

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Common Health Benefits for a Substance Abuse Counselor

Medical
86%
Dental
100%
Vision
86%

Gender Breakdown for 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 Substance Abuse Counselors

What is the highest pay for Substance Abuse Counselors in New York?

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

What is the lowest pay for Substance Abuse Counselors in New York?

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

How can Substance Abuse Counselors increase their salary?

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

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