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

Median Salary

$46,990

per year

Hourly Rate

$22.59

per hour

Employment

2,090

in Mississippi

vs. National Avg

-20.8%

National: $59,350

📊 Compared to the national median of $59,350, Mississippi pays 20.8% LESS for Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors positions.

Purchasing Power

$55,413

cost-adjusted value

Cost of Living

84.8

15% below national avg

Rent/Income

23%

Affordable

Salary Distribution in Mississippi

10th

$32,770

25th

$38,760

Median

$46,990

75th

$58,560

90th

$77,310

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