Salary Report for New Jersey Substance Abuse Counselors
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Compare New Jersey to U.S.
New Jersey Substance Abuse Counselors earn an average of $63,430 which is 18% more than the national average salary of $53,490.
| Type | New Jersey | U.S. | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average Hourly Wage | $30.50 | $25.72 | 18.58% |
| Average Annual Salary | $63,430 | $53,490 | 18.58% |
Salary Range by Education and Experience
In New Jersey, 50% of Substance Abuse Counselors earn between $47,780 and $73,080 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 $92,620, a rate generally associated with highly educated and experienced Substance Abuse Counselors.
Approximately 10% of Substance Abuse Counselors earn under $44,470, a rate generally reserved for less experienced or entry level Substance Abuse Counselors.
| Percent | Experience | Employed | Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10% | Less than a Year | 1,071 | Under $44,470 |
| 15% | 2 – 4 years | 1,606 | $44,470 – $47,780 |
| 25% | 5 – 9 years | 2,678 | $47,780 – $60,000 |
| 25% | 10 – 14 years | 2,678 | $60,000 – $73,080 |
| 15% | 15 – 20 years | 1,606 | $60,000 – $92,620 |
| 10% | 20+ years | 1,071 | Above $92,620 |
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living
After being adjusted for cost-of-living, Substance Abuse Counselors in New Jersey psychologists earn about $57,062 per year which is more than the average U.S. psychologist of $53,490.
Cost-of-living in New Jersey is 11% higher than the national average, which means New Jersey 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 $63,430, New Jersey Substance Abuse Counselors tend to earn less than Clinical and Counseling Psychologists ($143,150), Psychology Teachers ($96,000), Forensic Psychologists ($95,090), School Psychologists ($88,570), Marriage and Family Therapists ($81,330), Social Workers ($75,410), and Health Care Social Workers ($71,310).
| Title | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| Clinical and Counseling Psychologists | $143,150 |
| Psychology Teachers | $96,000 |
| Forensic Psychologists | $95,090 |
| School Psychologists | $88,570 |
| Marriage and Family Therapists | $81,330 |
| Social Workers | $75,410 |
| Health Care Social Workers | $71,310 |
| Substance Abuse Counselors | $63,430 |
Projected Demand for Psychologists in 2030
The U.S. Department of Labor projects that in New Jersey the three professions needing the most new psychologists by 2030 are Substance Abuse Counselors (13,020), Social Workers (5,450) and Marriage and Family Therapists (4,840).
The three professions in New Jersey needing highest percentage new psychologists by 2030 are Substance Abuse Counselors (21.9%), Psychology Teachers (11.3%) and Health Care Social Workers (9.5%).
| Title | 2020 | 2030 | Change | Yearly Openings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Substance Abuse Counselors | 10,680 | 13,020 | 21.9% | 1,320 |
| Social Workers | 5,010 | 5,450 | 8.8% | 520 |
| Marriage and Family Therapists | 5,000 | 4,840 | -3.2% | 440 |
| Health Care Social Workers | 3,480 | 3,810 | 9.5% | 370 |
| Psychology Teachers | 1,600 | 1,780 | 11.3% | 170 |
| Forensic Psychologists | 610 | 600 | -1.6% | 40 |
| Industrial Organizational Psychologists | 350 | 350 | 0% | 20 |
Salaries Ranked by New Jersey Cities
The average salary for Substance Abuse Counselors in New Jersey is $63,430. The top cities that pay Substance Abuse Counselors the most are Trenton ($59,970), Ocean City ($59,620) and Atlantic City-Hammonton ($57,560).
When adjusted for cost-of-living, the cities that pay Substance Abuse Counselors the highest average annual salary are Ocean City ($58,942), Atlantic City-Hammonton ($58,777) and Trenton ($57,775).
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trenton | $59,970 | $57,775 | $-2,195 |
| Ocean City | $59,620 | $58,942 | $-678 |
| Atlantic City-Hammonton | $57,560 | $58,777 | $1,217 |
| Vineland-Bridgeton | $55,410 | $57,053 | $1,643 |
Salary FAQ for New Jersey Substance Abuse Counselors
City and Rural Summaries
Atlantic City-Hammonton
Average Substance Abuse Counselors Salary: $57,560
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living: $58,777
Hourly Wage: $27.68
Currently Employed: 410
Cost-of-Living Index: 97.93
Atlantic City-Hammonton Salary Report
Ocean City
Average Substance Abuse Counselors Salary: $59,620
Adjusted for Cost of Living: $58,942
Hourly Wage: $29
Currently Employed: 80
Cost-of-Living Index: 101.15
Ocean City Salary Report
Trenton
Average Substance Abuse Counselors Salary: $59,970
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living: $57,775
Hourly Wage: $28.83
Currently Employed: 1,450
Cost-of-Living Index: 103.80
Trenton Salary Report
Vineland-Bridgeton
Average Substance Abuse Counselors Salary: $55,410
Adjusted for Cost of Living: $57,053
Hourly Wage: $27
Currently Employed: 280
Cost-of-Living Index: 97.12
Vineland-Bridgeton Salary Report
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