Oregon Median
$74,590
per year
Hourly Rate
$35.86
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+26% vs US median
US median $59,350
State Rank
#2 of 51
8,160 employed here
How much do Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors make in Oregon?
Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors working in Oregon earn a median salary of $74,590 per year, or about $35.86 per hour. That is 26% above the national median of $59,350 for this occupation.
Within Oregon, entry-level pay starts around $49,860 while the top 10% make $102,830 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $60,130 and $86,800 a year.
Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors salary range in Oregon
| Pay level | Annual salary | Hourly rate | |
|---|
| 10th percentile (entry level) | $49,860 | $23.97 |
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| 25th percentile (early career) | $60,130 | $28.91 |
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| 50th percentile (median) | $74,590 | $35.86 |
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| 75th percentile (experienced) | $86,800 | $41.73 |
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| 90th percentile (top earners) | $102,830 | $49.44 |
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How Oregon compares
Oregon ranks 2nd 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 $80,770New 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 $60,880Illinois $60,730District 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 Oregon
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 Oregon pay ($74,590) 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 Oregon?
The median Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors salary in Oregon is $74,590 per year, or about $35.86 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $49,860 at the entry level to $102,830 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Oregon pay compare to the national average?
Oregon pays Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors about 26% more than the national median of $59,350. Oregon ranks 2nd out of 51 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Oregon a good state for Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors?
Yes on pay — Oregon pays above the national median for this occupation, at $74,590 a year. About 8,160 Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors are employed in Oregon. Weigh that against local housing and living costs before moving.
What are the highest-paying jobs in Oregon?
The highest-paying occupations in Oregon include Obstetricians and Gynecologists ($395,340), Physician, All Other ($347,180), Chief Executive ($341,630), based on median annual pay in official BLS state estimates.
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