What are the main factors that influence a Substance Abuse Program Director's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What industry pays the highest salary for Substance Abuse Program Director?

The Healthcare industry offers the highest average compensation for Substance Abuse Program Director roles, with salaries approximately 10% above the market median.

How does experience change A Substance Abuse Program Director's salary?

A Substance Abuse Program Director's salary grows with experience: an Addiction Mental Health Assessor (0-0 years)earns $56,282, a Case Manager - Alcohol or Drug (2-4 years)earns $63,031, a Chemical Dependency Program Manager (4-5 years)earns $123,840, a Substance Abuse Program Director (5+ years)earns $150,681,

What are the highest paying states for a Substance Abuse Program Director?

Substance Abuse Program Director salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Substance Abuse Program Director roles are District of Columbia $162,586, California $161,969, Massachusetts $159,810. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Substance Abuse Program Director roles make?

Salaries for Substance Abuse Program Director level roles vary by specialization: Director of Substance Abuse Clinical Center: $149,600; Substance Abuse Center Director (Hosp. Op.): $149,504; Director of Addiction and Substance Abuse Treatment: $122,900; Substance Abuse Counseling Director: $122,890; substance abuse nurse: $74,968.

Substance Abuse Program Director Salary in Rhode Island

How much does a Substance Abuse Program Director make in Rhode Island?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Substance Abuse Program Director in Rhode Island is $152,248 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $73.

However, a Substance Abuse Program Director's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $192,964
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $133,480 to $173,560
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $116,392

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Substance Abuse Program Director Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$173,560	$14,463	$3,338	$83
Average	$152,248	$12,687	$2,928	$73
25th Percentile	$133,480	$11,123	$2,567	$64

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Key Factors That Influence Substance Abuse Program Director Salaries

A Substance Abuse Program Director's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Do Substance Abuse Program Director Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Substance Abuse Program Directors. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $162,586.
California: $161,969.
Massachusetts: $159,810.

District of Columbia $162,586 California $161,969 Massachusetts $159,810 Washington $159,223 New Jersey $159,164 Alaska $158,959 Connecticut $156,932 New York $156,110

Hawaii $153,481 Rhode Island $152,248 Maryland $151,411 Minnesota $150,265 Colorado $149,825 Illinois $149,678 Oregon $149,120 Delaware $148,709

New Hampshire $148,450 Virginia $147,872 Pennsylvania $146,183 Nevada $145,332 North Dakota $145,053 Michigan $144,612 Wisconsin $144,450 Vermont $144,127

Texas $143,232 Maine $143,173 Arizona $143,085 Ohio $142,982 Georgia $141,631 Indiana $140,956 Wyoming $140,823 Utah $140,618

Iowa $140,530 Kansas $139,825 Louisiana $139,619 North Carolina $139,546 Missouri $139,516 Florida $138,944 Montana $138,635 Nebraska $138,342

Kentucky $138,180 South Carolina $137,593 Tennessee $137,226 Idaho $137,079 New Mexico $136,007 Oklahoma $135,772 Alabama $134,906 South Dakota $133,452

Arkansas $132,659 West Virginia $132,233 Mississippi $130,955

Top Paying Cities for Substance Abuse Program Directors

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Adamsville: $154,151
Albion: $152,848
Ashaway: $153,859

Adamsville, RI $154,151 Albion, RI $152,848 Ashaway, RI $153,859 Barrington, RI $152,446 Block Island, RI $153,295 Bradford, RI $153,766 Bristol, RI $153,033 Carolina, RI $153,512

Charlestown, RI $153,568 Chepachet, RI $153,263 Clayville, RI $152,835 Coventry, RI $152,843 West Greenwich, RI $153,264 East Greenwich, RI $152,740 Exeter, RI $153,221 Fiskeville, RI $152,443

Forestdale, RI $153,618 Foster, RI $153,182 Glendale, RI $153,630 Greene, RI $153,383 Greenville, RI $152,502 Harmony, RI $152,699 Harrisville, RI $153,564 Hope, RI $152,539

Hope Valley, RI $153,724 Hopkinton, RI $153,926 Jamestown, RI $153,412 Kenyon, RI $153,493 Little Compton, RI $154,127 Manville, RI $153,050 Mapleville, RI $153,292 Newport, RI $153,567

Middletown, RI $153,634 North Kingstown, RI $153,003 North Scituate, RI $152,700 Oakland, RI $153,458 Pascoag, RI $153,665 Pawtucket, RI $152,218 Central Falls, RI $152,286 Cumberland, RI $153,151

Lincoln, RI $152,439 Portsmouth, RI $153,550 Prudence Island, RI $153,235 Rockville, RI $153,903 Saunderstown, RI $153,320 Shannock, RI $153,502 Slatersville, RI $153,619 Slocum, RI $153,315

Tiverton, RI $154,017 Wakefield, RI $153,451 Kingston, RI $153,392 Narragansett, RI $153,493 Peace Dale, RI $153,431 Warren, RI $152,840 Warwick, RI $152,414 Westerly, RI $153,895

West Kingston, RI $153,440 West Warwick, RI $152,600 Wood River Junction, RI $153,659 Woonsocket, RI $153,627 North Smithfield, RI $153,277 Wyoming, RI $153,502 Providence, RI $152,174 Cranston, RI $152,195

North Providence, RI $152,213 East Providence, RI $152,185 Riverside, RI $152,233 Rumford, RI $152,211 Smithfield, RI $152,520 Johnston, RI $152,264

Substance Abuse Program Director Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Substance Abuse Program Director roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 20% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Healthcare, offers compensation 10% above the average. Conversely, Substance Abuse Program Director positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Substance Abuse Program Director as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Substance Abuse Program Director

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare	$167,473	$81.0	10%

Substance Abuse Program Director Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Substance Abuse Program Director's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on July 01, 2026

$133,480

Average $152,248/year

$173,560

$11,123

Average $12,687/month

$14,463

$2,567

Average $2,928/week

$3,338

$64

Average $73/hour

$83

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$173,560	$14,463	$3,338	$83
Average	$152,248	$12,687	$2,928	$73
25th Percentile	$133,480	$11,123	$2,567	$64

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