Salary Report for Maryland Substance Abuse Counselors
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Compare Maryland to U.S.
Maryland Substance Abuse Counselors earn an average of $56,700 which is 6% more than the national average salary of $53,490.
| Type | Maryland | U.S. | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average Hourly Wage | $27.26 | $25.72 | 5.99% |
| Average Annual Salary | $56,700 | $53,490 | 6.00% |
Salary Range by Education and Experience
In Maryland, 50% of Substance Abuse Counselors earn between $45,370 and $63,320 a year, depending on factors such as level of education, experience, location and place of employment.
About 10% of Substance Abuse Counselors earn more than $78,310, a rate generally associated with highly educated and experienced Substance Abuse Counselors.
Approximately 10% of Substance Abuse Counselors earn under $36,650, a rate generally reserved for less experienced or entry level Substance Abuse Counselors.
| Percent | Experience | Employed | Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10% | Less than a Year | 552 | Under $36,650 |
| 15% | 2 – 4 years | 828 | $36,650 – $45,370 |
| 25% | 5 – 9 years | 1,380 | $45,370 – $55,480 |
| 25% | 10 – 14 years | 1,380 | $55,480 – $63,320 |
| 15% | 15 – 20 years | 828 | $55,480 – $78,310 |
| 10% | 20+ years | 552 | Above $78,310 |
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living
After being adjusted for cost-of-living, Substance Abuse Counselors in Maryland psychologists earn about $53,254 per year which is more than the average U.S. psychologist of $53,490.
Cost-of-living in Maryland is 6% higher than the national average, which means Maryland residents have an overall higher cost for food, housing, utilities and transportation compared to other states.
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Salary Compared to Related Professions
With an average annual salary of $56,700, Maryland Substance Abuse Counselors tend to earn less than Forensic Psychologists ($111,350), Clinical and Counseling Psychologists ($93,330), School Psychologists ($88,610), Psychology Teachers ($85,860), Health Care Social Workers ($62,560), Social Workers ($62,440), and Marriage and Family Therapists ($56,840).
| Title | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| Forensic Psychologists | $111,350 |
| Clinical and Counseling Psychologists | $93,330 |
| School Psychologists | $88,610 |
| Psychology Teachers | $85,860 |
| Health Care Social Workers | $62,560 |
| Social Workers | $62,440 |
| Marriage and Family Therapists | $56,840 |
| Substance Abuse Counselors | $56,700 |
Projected Demand for Psychologists in 2030
The U.S. Department of Labor projects that in Maryland the three professions needing the most new psychologists by 2030 are Substance Abuse Counselors (7,790), Social Workers (7,370) and Health Care Social Workers (4,900).
The three professions in Maryland needing highest percentage new psychologists by 2030 are Substance Abuse Counselors (23.3%), Social Workers (22.2%) and Marriage and Family Therapists (21.9%).
| Title | 2020 | 2030 | Change | Yearly Openings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Substance Abuse Counselors | 6,320 | 7,790 | 23.3% | 800 |
| Social Workers | 6,030 | 7,370 | 22.2% | 750 |
| Health Care Social Workers | 4,130 | 4,900 | 18.6% | 490 |
| Forensic Psychologists | 1,910 | 1,990 | 4.2% | 140 |
| Marriage and Family Therapists | 1,370 | 1,670 | 21.9% | 170 |
| Psychology Teachers | 930 | 1,060 | 14% | 100 |
| Industrial Organizational Psychologists | 70 | 80 | 14.3% | 10 |
Salaries Ranked by Maryland Cities
The average salary for Substance Abuse Counselors in Maryland is $56,700. The top cities that pay Substance Abuse Counselors the most are Baltimore-Columbia-Towson ($55,670), Hagerstown-Martinsburg ($52,530) and Maryland Nonmetropolitan Area ($50,810).
When adjusted for cost-of-living, the cities that pay Substance Abuse Counselors the highest average annual salary are Hagerstown-Martinsburg ($57,160), Cumberland ($57,102) and Maryland Nonmetropolitan Area ($55,731).
The following table shows the average yearly salary range for Substance Abuse Counselors in each city, and the average yearly salary after being adjusted for cost-of-living in that state.
The difference column shows how much more or less purchasing power a Substance Abuse Counselors salary will have in that area.
| Area | Average Salary | COL Adjusted | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baltimore-Columbia-Towson | $55,670 | $52,813 | $-2,857 |
| Hagerstown-Martinsburg | $52,530 | $57,160 | $4,630 |
| Maryland Nonmetropolitan Area | $50,810 | $55,731 | $4,921 |
| Cumberland | $50,290 | $57,102 | $6,812 |
| Salisbury | $46,270 | $50,201 | $3,931 |
| California-Lexington Park | $44,350 | $45,840 | $1,490 |
Salary FAQ for Maryland Substance Abuse Counselors
City and Rural Summaries
Baltimore-Columbia-Towson
Average Substance Abuse Counselors Salary: $55,670
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living: $52,813
Hourly Wage: $26.77
Currently Employed: 3,130
Cost-of-Living Index: 105.41
Baltimore-Columbia-Towson Salary Report
California-Lexington Park
Average Substance Abuse Counselors Salary: $44,350
Adjusted for Cost of Living: $45,840
Hourly Wage: $21
Currently Employed: 100
Cost-of-Living Index: 96.75
California-Lexington Park Salary Report
Cumberland
Average Substance Abuse Counselors Salary: $50,290
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living: $57,102
Hourly Wage: $24.18
Currently Employed: 150
Cost-of-Living Index: 88.07
Cumberland Salary Report
Hagerstown-Martinsburg
Average Substance Abuse Counselors Salary: $52,530
Adjusted for Cost of Living: $57,160
Hourly Wage: $25
Currently Employed: 220
Cost-of-Living Index: 91.90
Hagerstown-Martinsburg Salary Report
Maryland Nonmetropolitan Area
Average Substance Abuse Counselors Salary: $50,810
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living: $55,731
Hourly Wage: $24.43
Currently Employed: 120
Cost-of-Living Index: 91.17
Maryland Nonmetropolitan Area Salary Report
Salisbury
Average Substance Abuse Counselors Salary: $46,270
Adjusted for Cost of Living: $50,201
Hourly Wage: $22
Currently Employed: 340
Cost-of-Living Index: 92.17
Salisbury Salary Report
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