Rhode Island Median
$65,120
per year
Hourly Rate
$31.31
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+10% vs US median
US median $59,350
State Rank
#7 of 51
2,170 employed here
How much do Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors make in Rhode Island?
Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors in Rhode Island take home a median of $65,120 annually — roughly $31.31 an hour — which runs 10% above the national median of $59,350.
Within Rhode Island, entry-level pay starts around $43,960 while the top 10% make $98,440 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $47,470 and $79,300 a year.
Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors salary range in Rhode Island
| Pay level | Annual salary | Hourly rate | |
|---|
| 10th percentile (entry level) | $43,960 | $21.13 |
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| 25th percentile (early career) | $47,470 | $22.82 |
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| 50th percentile (median) | $65,120 | $31.31 |
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| 75th percentile (experienced) | $79,300 | $38.13 |
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| 90th percentile (top earners) | $98,440 | $47.33 |
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How Rhode Island compares
Rhode Island ranks 7th 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 $65,300Utah $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 Rhode Island
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 Rhode Island pay ($65,120) 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 Rhode Island?
The median Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors salary in Rhode Island is $65,120 per year, or about $31.31 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $43,960 at the entry level to $98,440 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Rhode Island pay compare to the national average?
Rhode Island pays Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors about 10% more than the national median of $59,350. Rhode Island ranks 7th out of 51 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Rhode Island a good state for Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors?
Yes on pay — Rhode Island pays above the national median for this occupation, at $65,120 a year. About 2,170 Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors are employed in Rhode Island. Weigh that against local housing and living costs before moving.
What are the highest-paying jobs in Rhode Island?
The highest-paying occupations in Rhode Island include Emergency Medicine Physician ($512,730), Family Medicine Physician ($467,160), Ophthalmologist, Except Pediatric ($450,370), based on median annual pay in official BLS state estimates.
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