Illinois Median
$60,730
per year
Hourly Rate
$29.20
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+2% vs US median
US median $59,350
State Rank
#20 of 51
20,250 employed here
How much do Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors make in Illinois?
Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors working in Illinois earn a median salary of $60,730 per year, or about $29.20 per hour. That is 2% above the national median of $59,350 for this occupation.
Within Illinois, entry-level pay starts around $43,010 while the top 10% make $109,100 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $47,390 and $80,070 a year.
Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors salary range in Illinois
| Pay level | Annual salary | Hourly rate | |
|---|
| 10th percentile (entry level) | $43,010 | $20.68 |
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| 25th percentile (early career) | $47,390 | $22.78 |
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| 50th percentile (median) | $60,730 | $29.20 |
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| 75th percentile (experienced) | $80,070 | $38.50 |
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| 90th percentile (top earners) | $109,100 | $52.45 |
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How Illinois compares
Illinois ranks 20th out of 51 states and territories for Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors pay. The top 5 best-paying states:
Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors salary in other states
Alaska $80,770Oregon $74,590New Mexico $74,100Washington $68,910North Dakota $68,630Arizona $65,300Rhode Island $65,120Utah $63,890Nebraska $63,770Connecticut $63,590Idaho $63,360Wyoming $62,980New Jersey $62,820Texas $62,630Colorado $62,390Wisconsin $62,220Vermont $61,810Michigan $61,690Iowa $60,880District of Columbia $60,450Hawaii $60,090Maine $59,970Massachusetts $59,890Virginia $59,880Maryland $59,530Kansas $59,470New York $59,450Oklahoma $59,350California $59,250Montana $59,000Georgia $58,960Minnesota $58,780Ohio $58,360Nevada $57,210Missouri $56,910Florida $56,790Delaware $56,020North Carolina $55,490New Hampshire $54,840Kentucky $54,190Indiana $53,760South Dakota $53,650South Carolina $52,370Pennsylvania $52,010Arkansas $51,580Tennessee $49,580West Virginia $49,430Alabama $47,310Mississippi $46,990Louisiana $37,910
Working as Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors in Illinois
Nationally, about 492,000 people work as Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors in the United States. A bachelor's degree (about 4 years of college) is the standard entry requirement.
Considering a move? Compare Illinois pay ($60,730) against the highest-paying state above, and weigh the difference against housing and everyday costs — a smaller paycheck in a cheaper state can stretch further.
Frequently asked questions
How much do Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors make in Illinois?
The median Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors salary in Illinois is $60,730 per year, or about $29.20 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $43,010 at the entry level to $109,100 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Illinois pay compare to the national average?
Illinois pays Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors about 2% more than the national median of $59,350. Illinois ranks 20th out of 51 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Illinois a good state for Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors?
Yes on pay — Illinois pays above the national median for this occupation, at $60,730 a year. About 20,250 Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors are employed in Illinois. Weigh that against local housing and living costs before moving.
What are the highest-paying jobs in Illinois?
The highest-paying occupations in Illinois include Cardiologist ($517,850), Surgeon, All Other ($438,010), Dermatologist ($435,750), based on median annual pay in official BLS state estimates.
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