Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor Salary in the United States

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Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor Salary in the United States

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How much does a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor make in the United States? (2025)

As of August 01, 2025, Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselors in the United States earn an average annual salary of $57,779 with an hourly rate of $28. Salary ranges from $48,043 (10th percentile) to $70,582 (90th percentile), with the majority earning between $52,683 (25th percentile) and $64,481 (75th percentile). Compensation varies based on experience, skills, company size, and local market factors - all explored below.

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Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $64,481 $5,373 $1,240 $31
Average $57,779 $4,815 $1,111 $28
25th Percentile $52,683 $4,390 $1,013 $25
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Last Updated on August 01, 2025
$52,683
Average $57,779/year
$64,481
$4,390
Average $4,815/month
$5,373
$1,013
Average $1,111/week
$1,240
$25
Average $28/hour
$31
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $64,481 $5,373 $1,240 $31
Average $57,779 $4,815 $1,111 $28
25th Percentile $52,683 $4,390 $1,013 $25

How does experience level affect a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor's Salary?

An entry-level Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor with less than 1 year of experience earns about $54,722. With 1-2 years of experience, the average salary increases to $55,099. For 2-4 years of experience, the pay typically rises to $55,628. Senior-level professionals with 5-8 years of experience earn around $56,569, and those with over 8 years of experience can expect an average of $58,431.

Levels Salary
Entry Level Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor $54,722
Intermediate Level Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor $55,099
Senior Level Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor $55,628
Specialist Level Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor $56,569
Expert Level Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor $58,431
$54,722 0 yr
$55,099 < 2 yrs
$55,628 2-4 yrs
$56,569 5-8 yrs
$58,431 > 8 yrs
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How much does salary of Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor vary from state to state?

Salaries in the United States differ widely between states due to factors like cost of living, local economies, and industry presence.

For example, as of August 01, 2025:
  • In California, the average yearly salary for a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor is $63,730.
  • In Massachusetts, the average annual salary is $62,881.
  • In New Jersey, a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor earns $62,627 per year.
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How much does salary of Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor vary from city to city?

Salaries in the United States can vary greatly between cities due to factors like cost of living, local economies, and industry presence.

For example, as of August 01, 2025:
  • In San Francisco, CA, the average yearly salary for a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor is $72,160.
  • In New York, NY, the average annual salary is $66,960.
  • In Boston, MA, a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor earns $64,441 per year.
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What is the salary trend of Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor?

As of August 01, 2025, our research reveals a significant shift in Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor compensation over the past six years. For example, the median salary increased from $92,237 in 2023 to approximately $91,891 in 2025. (For a detailed analysis of Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor salary trends, click here.)

Key factors like location, experience, industry demand, and economic growth significantly influence salary variations, making them important to consider.

Average Annual Salary of Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor Over Time

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2023
$92,237
2024
$93,162
2025
$91,891
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Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor bonus and incentive rates

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Base Salary 63.0%
Bonuses 8.0%
Social Security 5.4%
401k/403b 3.5%
Disability 1.1%
Healthcare 7.0%
Pension 3.0%
Time Off 9.0%
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Core Compensation
Median % of Total
Base Salary $57,779 63.0%
Bonus $7,334 8.0%
Value of Benefits
Median % of Total
Social Security $4,965 5.4%
401K/403B $3,180 3.5%
Disability $1,038 1.1%
Healthcare $6,422 7.0%
Pension $2,726 3.0%
Time Off $8,237 9.0%
Total Compensation $91,681 100%
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