How much does a Substance Abuse Counselor make in New Mexico? The average Substance Abuse Counselor salary in New Mexico is $54,080 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $47,550 and $61,110. 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.

Substance Abuse Counselor Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Substance Abuse Counselor Salary $41,605 NM March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Substance Abuse Counselor Salary $47,550 NM March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Substance Abuse Counselor Salary $54,080 NM March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Substance Abuse Counselor Salary $61,110 NM March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Substance Abuse Counselor Salary $67,510 NM March 26, 2024
25% $47,550 10% $41,605 90% $67,510 75% $61,110 $54,080 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Substance Abuse 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 a Substance Abuse 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, Substance Abuse Counselor typically reports to a supervisor or manager. Substance Abuse 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 Sunland Park, NM Avg. Salary $51,087 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Abiquiu, NM Avg. Salary $54,547 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Alamogordo, NM Avg. Salary $52,318 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Albuquerque, NM Avg. Salary $55,134 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Alcalde, NM Avg. Salary $54,547 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Algodones, NM Avg. Salary $54,430 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Alto, NM Avg. Salary $51,439 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Amalia, NM Avg. Salary $54,547 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Amistad, NM Avg. Salary $52,846 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Angel Fire, NM Avg. Salary $54,547 Date Updated March 26, 2024

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