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Substance Abuse Counselor Salary in Lincoln, Nebraska

The median substance abuse counselor salary in Lincoln, NE is $44,739 per year, which is 10% below the national median and 0.0% above the Nebraska state average.

City Median
$44,739
vs State Avg
+$0
vs National
$-4,971
Cost of Living
90%

Substance Abuse Counselor Salary in Lincoln by Experience

In Lincoln, an entry-level substance abuse counselor earns around $29,700, while experienced professionals earn up to $70,200 per year. The local cost of living index 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 Lincoln, NE

Percentile Lincoln
10th Percentile $27,000
25th Percentile $34,200
Median (50th) $44,739
75th Percentile $58,500
90th Percentile $73,800

Substance Abuse Counselor Salary in Other Nebraska Cities

Omaha, NE
$46,230
Pop. 486,051
Bellevue, NE
$45,733
Pop. 64,176
Kearney, NE
$42,751
Pop. 33,464
Grand Island, NE
$41,756
Pop. 53,131

How to Become a Substance Abuse Counselor in Lincoln

Education

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