Healthcare Shreveport, LA Pop. 187,593

Substance Abuse Counselor Salary in Shreveport, Louisiana

The median substance abuse counselor salary in Shreveport, LA is $42,254 per year, which is 15% below the national median and 6.6% below the Louisiana state average.

City Median
$42,254
vs State Avg
$-2,982
vs National
$-7,456
Cost of Living
85%

Substance Abuse Counselor Salary in Shreveport by Experience

In Shreveport, an entry-level substance abuse counselor earns around $28,050, while experienced professionals earn up to $66,300 per year. The local cost of living index is 85% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$28,050
$-4,950 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$43,350
$-7,650 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$66,300
$-11,700 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Shreveport, LA

Percentile Shreveport
10th Percentile $25,500
25th Percentile $32,300
Median (50th) $42,254
75th Percentile $55,250
90th Percentile $69,700

Substance Abuse Counselor Salary in Other Louisiana Cities

New Orleans, LA
$48,716
Pop. 383,997
Baton Rouge, LA
$45,733
Pop. 227,470
Lafayette, LA
$43,745
Pop. 121,374
Lake Charles, LA
$42,751
Pop. 80,000

How to Become a Substance Abuse Counselor in Shreveport

Education

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