How much does an Addiction Counselor make in California? The average Addiction Counselor salary in California is $64,700 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $56,900 and $73,200. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on the city and many other important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession.

Addiction Counselor Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Addiction Counselor Salary $49,799 CA March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Addiction Counselor Salary $56,900 CA March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Addiction Counselor Salary $64,700 CA March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Addiction Counselor Salary $73,200 CA March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Addiction Counselor Salary $80,939 CA March 26, 2024
25% $56,900 10% $49,799 90% $80,939 75% $73,200 $64,700 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Addiction Counselor acts as mediator between patients, relatives, medical staff, and outside agencies if needed. Runs individual, family, and group counseling for patients in chemical dependency programs. Being an Addiction Counselor typically requires a bachelor's degree or equivalent; meets the standards for Chemical Dependency Counselor Certification Board, or other appropriate certification. Tracks patient progress and dispensation of treatment services. In addition, Addiction Counselor typically reports to a supervisor or manager. Addiction Counselor's years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Location Avg. Salary Date Updated
Location Coachella, CA Avg. Salary $61,820 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Acampo, CA Avg. Salary $62,700 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Acton, CA Avg. Salary $64,929 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Adelanto, CA Avg. Salary $61,703 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Adin, CA Avg. Salary $60,119 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Agoura Hills, CA Avg. Salary $63,990 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Aguanga, CA Avg. Salary $61,996 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Ahwahnee, CA Avg. Salary $58,418 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Alameda, CA Avg. Salary $71,557 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Alamo, CA Avg. Salary $71,381 Date Updated March 26, 2024

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