Healthcare Pawtucket, RI Pop. 75,604

Substance Abuse Counselor Salary in Pawtucket, Rhode Island

The median substance abuse counselor salary in Pawtucket, RI is $49,213 per year, which is 1% below the national median and 8.3% below the Rhode Island state average.

City Median
$49,213
vs State Avg
$-4,474
vs National
$-497
Cost of Living
96%

Substance Abuse Counselor Salary in Pawtucket by Experience

In Pawtucket, an entry-level substance abuse counselor earns around $32,670, while experienced professionals earn up to $77,220 per year. The local cost of living index is 96% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$32,670
$-330 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$50,490
$-510 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$77,220
$-780 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Pawtucket, RI

Percentile Pawtucket
10th Percentile $29,700
25th Percentile $37,620
Median (50th) $49,213
75th Percentile $64,350
90th Percentile $81,180

Substance Abuse Counselor Salary in Other Rhode Island Cities

How to Become a Substance Abuse Counselor in Pawtucket

Education

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