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

Median Salary

$37,910

per year

Hourly Rate

$18.22

per hour

Employment

6,420

in Louisiana

vs. National Avg

-36.1%

National: $59,350

📊 Compared to the national median of $59,350, Louisiana pays 36.1% LESS for Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors positions.

Purchasing Power

$42,075

cost-adjusted value

Cost of Living

90.1

10% below national avg

Rent/Income

33%

Stretched

Salary Distribution in Louisiana

10th

$29,860

25th

$33,970

Median

$37,910

75th

$55,370

90th

$65,720

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