Healthcare Nebraska (NE) Rank #37 of 50

Substance Abuse Counselor Salary in Nebraska

The median substance abuse counselor salary in Nebraska is $44,739 per year, which is 10% below the national median of $49,710.

Median Salary

$44,739

vs National

$-4,971

State Rank

#37 of 50

Cost of Living

90%

Substance Abuse Counselor Salary in Nebraska by Experience

In Nebraska, an entry-level substance abuse counselor earns around $29,700, while experienced professionals earn up to $70,200 per year. The cost of living index in Nebraska is 90% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$29,700

$-3,300 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$45,900

$-5,100 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$70,200

$-7,800 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Nebraska

Percentile	NE Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$27,000	$30,000	$-3,000
25th Percentile	$34,200	$38,000	$-3,800
Median (50th)	$44,739	$49,710	$-4,971
75th Percentile	$58,500	$65,000	$-6,500
90th Percentile	$73,800	$82,000	$-8,200

Substance Abuse Counselor Salary by City in Nebraska

The largest employment areas for substance abuse counselors in Nebraska include Omaha, Lincoln, Bellevue, and Grand Island. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

Omaha, NE

$46,230

Pop. 486,051 · COL 93%

Lincoln, NE

$44,739

Pop. 291,082 · COL 90%

Bellevue, NE

$45,733

Pop. 64,176 · COL 92%

Grand Island, NE

$41,756

Pop. 53,131 · COL 84%

Kearney, NE

$42,751

Pop. 33,464 · COL 86%

How to Become a Substance Abuse Counselor in Nebraska

Education

Most substance abuse counselor positions require a bachelor's degree. Nebraska has several accredited institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Addiction CounselingCBT/MIGroup TherapyCrisis InterventionDocumentationEmpathy

Job Outlook in Nebraska

Nationally, substance abuse counselor employment is projected to grow 22% over the next decade (much faster than average). Nebraska's demand may vary based on local industry trends.