Healthcare Broken Arrow, OK Pop. 113,540

Substance Abuse Counselor Salary in Broken Arrow, Oklahoma

The median substance abuse counselor salary in Broken Arrow, OK is $42,751 per year, which is 14% below the national median and 2.4% above the Oklahoma state average.

City Median
$42,751
vs State Avg
+$995
vs National
$-6,959
Cost of Living
88%

Substance Abuse Counselor Salary in Broken Arrow by Experience

In Broken Arrow, an entry-level substance abuse counselor earns around $28,380, while experienced professionals earn up to $67,080 per year. The local cost of living index is 88% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$28,380
$-4,620 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$43,860
$-7,140 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$67,080
$-10,920 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Broken Arrow, OK

Percentile Broken Arrow
10th Percentile $25,800
25th Percentile $32,680
Median (50th) $42,751
75th Percentile $55,900
90th Percentile $70,520

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How to Become a Substance Abuse Counselor in Broken Arrow

Education

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