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

Median Salary

$49,580

per year

Hourly Rate

$23.84

per hour

Employment

9,040

in Tennessee

vs. National Avg

-16.5%

National: $59,350

📊 Compared to the national median of $59,350, Tennessee pays 16.5% LESS for Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors positions.

Purchasing Power

$54,186

cost-adjusted value

Cost of Living

91.5

9% below national avg

Rent/Income

30%

Stretched

Salary Distribution in Tennessee

10th

$34,950

25th

$39,160

Median

$49,580

75th

$61,160

90th

$76,620

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