Salary Report for Rhode Island Substance Abuse Counselors
Rhode Island Rankings
Compare Rhode Island to U.S.
Rhode Island Substance Abuse Counselors earn an average of $64,640 which is 20% more than the national average salary of $53,490.
| Type | Rhode Island | U.S. | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average Hourly Wage | $31.08 | $25.72 | 20.84% |
| Average Annual Salary | $64,640 | $53,490 | 20.85% |
Salary Range by Education and Experience
In Rhode Island, 50% of Substance Abuse Counselors earn between $47,310 and $76,030 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 $97,740, a rate generally associated with highly educated and experienced Substance Abuse Counselors.
Approximately 10% of Substance Abuse Counselors earn under $31,990, a rate generally reserved for less experienced or entry level Substance Abuse Counselors.
| Percent | Experience | Employed | Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10% | Less than a Year | 57 | Under $31,990 |
| 15% | 2 – 4 years | 86 | $31,990 – $47,310 |
| 25% | 5 – 9 years | 142 | $47,310 – $60,300 |
| 25% | 10 – 14 years | 142 | $60,300 – $76,030 |
| 15% | 15 – 20 years | 86 | $60,300 – $97,740 |
| 10% | 20+ years | 57 | Above $97,740 |
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living
After being adjusted for cost-of-living, Substance Abuse Counselors in Rhode Island psychologists earn about $63,466 per year which is more than the average U.S. psychologist of $53,490.
Cost-of-living in Rhode Island is 2% higher than the national average, which means Rhode Island 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 $64,640, Rhode Island Substance Abuse Counselors tend to earn less than Clinical and Counseling Psychologists ($107,060), Psychology Teachers ($93,600), Forensic Psychologists ($92,400), School Psychologists ($84,230), and Health Care Social Workers ($73,230).
However, Substance Abuse Counselors tend to earn more than Social Workers ($63,550).
| Title | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| Clinical and Counseling Psychologists | $107,060 |
| Psychology Teachers | $93,600 |
| Forensic Psychologists | $92,400 |
| School Psychologists | $84,230 |
| Health Care Social Workers | $73,230 |
| Substance Abuse Counselors | $64,640 |
| Social Workers | $63,550 |
Projected Demand for Psychologists in 2030
The U.S. Department of Labor projects that in Rhode Island the three professions needing the most new psychologists by 2030 are Social Workers (2,040), Substance Abuse Counselors (800) and Health Care Social Workers (790).
The three professions in Rhode Island needing highest percentage new psychologists by 2030 are Substance Abuse Counselors (23.1%), Social Workers (10.3%) and Health Care Social Workers (9.7%).
| Title | 2020 | 2030 | Change | Yearly Openings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Social Workers | 1,850 | 2,040 | 10.3% | 200 |
| Health Care Social Workers | 720 | 790 | 9.7% | 80 |
| Substance Abuse Counselors | 650 | 800 | 23.1% | 80 |
| Forensic Psychologists | 520 | 550 | 5.8% | 40 |
| Psychology Teachers | 150 | 160 | 6.7% | 20 |
Salary FAQ for Rhode Island Substance Abuse Counselors
City and Rural Summaries
Providence-Warwick
Average Substance Abuse Counselors Salary: $57,930
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living: $0
Hourly Wage: $27.85
Currently Employed: 1,030
Cost-of-Living Index: 0.00
Providence-Warwick Salary Report
Official Data Sources for Substance Abuse Counselors: Salary Data | Projected Employment | Cost of Living Data