Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors Salary in West Virginia

Median Salary

$49,430

per year

Hourly Rate

$23.76

per hour

Employment

2,100

in West Virginia

vs. National Avg

-16.7%

National: $59,350

📊 Compared to the national median of $59,350, West Virginia pays 16.7% LESS for Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors positions.

Purchasing Power

$58,705

cost-adjusted value

Cost of Living

84.2

16% below national avg

Rent/Income

20%

Affordable

Salary Distribution in West Virginia

10th

$36,990

25th

$42,730

Median

$49,430

75th

$61,560

90th

$73,360

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