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Substance Abuse Counselor Salary in Indianapolis, Indiana

The median substance abuse counselor salary in Indianapolis, IN is $46,230 per year, which is 7% below the national median and 3.3% above the Indiana state average.

City Median
$46,230
vs State Avg
+$1,491
vs National
$-3,480
Cost of Living
93%

Substance Abuse Counselor Salary in Indianapolis by Experience

In Indianapolis, an entry-level substance abuse counselor earns around $30,690, while experienced professionals earn up to $72,540 per year. The local cost of living index is 93% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$30,690
$-2,310 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$47,430
$-3,570 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$72,540
$-5,460 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Indianapolis, IN

Percentile Indianapolis
10th Percentile $27,900
25th Percentile $35,340
Median (50th) $46,230
75th Percentile $60,450
90th Percentile $76,260

Substance Abuse Counselor Salary in Other Indiana Cities

Carmel, IN
$52,196
Pop. 99,757
Fort Wayne, IN
$42,254
Pop. 263,886
Evansville, IN
$41,756
Pop. 117,429
South Bend, IN
$41,259
Pop. 103,453

How to Become a Substance Abuse Counselor in Indianapolis

Education

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