Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors Salary in Eastern and Southern Colorado

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Eastern and Southern Colorado nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $60,760 +2.7% vs national
Median hourly $29.21
10th percentile $41,540
90th percentile $87,990
Employed locally 300
National median $59,190

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $41,540
    25th
    $48,600
    50th (median)
    $60,760
    75th
    $73,030
    90th
    $87,990

    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 Eastern and Southern Colorado

    OccupationMedian salary
    Child, Family, and School Social Workers$52,820
    Social and Human Service Assistants$43,680
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors$54,600
    Community and Social Service Specialists, All Other$47,020
    Social Workers, All Other$59,580
    Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists$68,740

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors in Eastern and Southern Colorado is $29.21, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $45.89 or more per hour.

    Is Eastern and Southern Colorado 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 Eastern and Southern Colorado is 2.7% 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 Eastern and Southern Colorado?

    Entry-level Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors (10th percentile) earn around $41,540 per year in Eastern and Southern Colorado. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $48,600.