Healthcare Pearl City, HI Pop. 47,698

Substance Abuse Counselor Salary in Pearl City, Hawaii

The median substance abuse counselor salary in Pearl City, HI is $87,490 per year, which is 76.0% above the national median and 1.1% below the Hawaii state average.

City Median
$87,490
vs State Avg
$-994
vs National
+$37,780
Cost of Living
168%

Substance Abuse Counselor Salary in Pearl City by Experience

In Pearl City, an entry-level substance abuse counselor earns around $58,080, while experienced professionals earn up to $137,280 per year. The local cost of living index is 168% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$58,080
+$25,080 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$89,760
+$38,760 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$137,280
+$59,280 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Pearl City, HI

Percentile Pearl City
10th Percentile $52,800
25th Percentile $66,880
Median (50th) $87,490
75th Percentile $114,400
90th Percentile $144,320

Substance Abuse Counselor Salary in Other Hawaii Cities

How to Become a Substance Abuse Counselor in Pearl City

Education

Most substance abuse counselor positions require a bachelor's degree. Pearl City and the surrounding Hawaii 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 Pearl City may vary based on local industry and population growth.