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Substance Abuse Counselor Salary in Lafayette, Louisiana

The median substance abuse counselor salary in Lafayette, LA is $43,745 per year, which is 12% below the national median and 3.3% below the Louisiana state average.

City Median
$43,745
vs State Avg
$-1,491
vs National
$-5,965
Cost of Living
88%

Substance Abuse Counselor Salary in Lafayette by Experience

In Lafayette, an entry-level substance abuse counselor earns around $29,040, while experienced professionals earn up to $68,640 per year. The local cost of living index is 88% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$29,040
$-3,960 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$44,880
$-6,120 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$68,640
$-9,360 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Lafayette, LA

Percentile Lafayette
10th Percentile $26,400
25th Percentile $33,440
Median (50th) $43,745
75th Percentile $57,200
90th Percentile $72,160

Substance Abuse Counselor Salary in Other Louisiana Cities

New Orleans, LA
$48,716
Pop. 383,997
Baton Rouge, LA
$45,733
Pop. 227,470
Lake Charles, LA
$42,751
Pop. 80,000
Shreveport, LA
$42,254
Pop. 187,593

How to Become a Substance Abuse Counselor in Lafayette

Education

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