Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors Salary in North Carolina

Median Salary

$55,490

per year

Hourly Rate

$26.68

per hour

Employment

10,300

in North Carolina

vs. National Avg

-6.5%

National: $59,350

📊 Compared to the national median of $59,350, North Carolina pays 6.5% LESS for Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors positions.

Purchasing Power

$58,782

cost-adjusted value

Cost of Living

94.4

6% below national avg

Rent/Income

28%

Affordable

Salary Distribution in North Carolina

10th

$37,440

25th

$45,100

Median

$55,490

75th

$68,610

90th

$86,010

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