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Substance Abuse Counselor Salary in Duluth, Minnesota

The median substance abuse counselor salary in Duluth, MN is $46,727 per year, which is 6% below the national median and 6.9% below the Minnesota state average.

City Median
$46,727
vs State Avg
$-3,480
vs National
$-2,983
Cost of Living
90%

Substance Abuse Counselor Salary in Duluth by Experience

In Duluth, an entry-level substance abuse counselor earns around $31,020, while experienced professionals earn up to $73,320 per year. The local cost of living index is 90% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$31,020
$-1,980 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$47,940
$-3,060 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$73,320
$-4,680 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Duluth, MN

Percentile Duluth
10th Percentile $28,200
25th Percentile $35,720
Median (50th) $46,727
75th Percentile $61,100
90th Percentile $77,080

Substance Abuse Counselor Salary in Other Minnesota Cities

Minneapolis, MN
$54,184
Pop. 429,954
Bloomington, MN
$52,693
Pop. 89,987
Saint Paul, MN
$51,698
Pop. 311,527
Rochester, MN
$50,704
Pop. 121,395

How to Become a Substance Abuse Counselor in Duluth

Education

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