Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors Salary in East-Central Montana

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • East-Central Montana nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $59,550 +0.6% vs national
Median hourly $28.63
10th percentile $34,490
90th percentile $77,290
Employed locally 150
National median $59,190

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $34,490
    25th
    $48,610
    50th (median)
    $59,550
    75th
    $70,110
    90th
    $77,290

    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 East-Central Montana

    OccupationMedian salary
    Social and Human Service Assistants $36,430
    Child, Family, and School Social Workers $57,010
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors $64,830
    Clergy $43,750
    Community and Social Service Specialists, All Other $47,100
    Healthcare Social Workers $55,930

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors make per hour in East-Central Montana?

    The median hourly wage for Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors in East-Central Montana is $28.63, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $38.20 or more per hour.

    Is East-Central Montana 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 East-Central Montana is 0.6% 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 East-Central Montana?

    Entry-level Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors (10th percentile) earn around $34,490 per year in East-Central Montana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $48,610.