Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors Salary in Arizona

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Arizona nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $67,840 +14.6% vs national
Median hourly $32.61
10th percentile $48,510
90th percentile $105,650
Employed locally 120
National median $59,190

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $48,510
    25th
    $55,960
    50th (median)
    $67,840
    75th
    $79,850
    90th
    $105,650

    Top-paying metros for Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Bend, OR $82,380
    Ogden, UT $81,300
    Alaska nonmetropolitan area $80,470
    Anchorage, AK $79,830
    Alaska $79,220
    Fairbanks-College, AK $78,750

    Related occupations in Arizona

    OccupationMedian salary
    Child, Family, and School Social Workers $49,610
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors $55,880
    Social and Human Service Assistants $39,340
    Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists $61,090
    Healthcare Social Workers $58,430
    Health Education Specialists $57,440

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors make per hour in Arizona?

    The median hourly wage for Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors in Arizona is $32.61, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $45.15 or more per hour.

    Is Arizona above or below average for Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors salaries?

    The median Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors salary in Arizona is 14.6% above the national median of $59,190. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors in Arizona?

    Entry-level Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors (10th percentile) earn around $48,510 per year in Arizona. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $55,960.