Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors Salary in Kentucky

Median Salary

$54,190

per year

Hourly Rate

$26.05

per hour

Employment

7,690

in Kentucky

vs. National Avg

-8.7%

National: $59,350

📊 Compared to the national median of $59,350, Kentucky pays 8.7% LESS for Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors positions.

Purchasing Power

$61,232

cost-adjusted value

Cost of Living

88.5

12% below national avg

Rent/Income

21%

Affordable

Salary Distribution in Kentucky

10th

$35,150

25th

$41,730

Median

$54,190

75th

$72,590

90th

$83,070

Data Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS).