Healthcare Bear, DE Pop. 21,000

Substance Abuse Counselor Salary in Bear, Delaware

The median substance abuse counselor salary in Bear, DE is $50,207 per year, which is 1.0% above the national median and 1.9% below the Delaware state average.

City Median
$50,207
vs State Avg
$-994
vs National
+$497
Cost of Living
99%

Substance Abuse Counselor Salary in Bear by Experience

In Bear, an entry-level substance abuse counselor earns around $33,330, while experienced professionals earn up to $78,780 per year. The local cost of living index is 99% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$33,330
+$330 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$51,510
+$510 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$78,780
+$780 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Bear, DE

Percentile Bear
10th Percentile $30,300
25th Percentile $38,380
Median (50th) $50,207
75th Percentile $65,650
90th Percentile $82,820

Substance Abuse Counselor Salary in Other Delaware Cities

Wilmington, DE
$53,190
Pop. 70,898
Newark, DE
$51,698
Pop. 33,398
Middletown, DE
$49,710
Pop. 22,350
Dover, DE
$48,716
Pop. 39,403

How to Become a Substance Abuse Counselor in Bear

Education

Most substance abuse counselor positions require a bachelor's degree. Bear and the surrounding Delaware area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Addiction CounselingCBT/MIGroup TherapyCrisis InterventionDocumentationEmpathy

Job Outlook

Nationally, substance abuse counselor employment is projected to grow 22% over the next decade (much faster than average). Demand in Bear may vary based on local industry and population growth.