Salary Report for Kansas Substance Abuse Counselors
Kansas Rankings
Compare Kansas to U.S.
Kansas Substance Abuse Counselors earn an average of $49,210 which is 8% less than the national average salary of $53,490.
| Type | Kansas | U.S. | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average Hourly Wage | $23.66 | $25.72 | -8.01% |
| Average Annual Salary | $49,210 | $53,490 | -8.00% |
Salary Range by Education and Experience
In Kansas, 50% of Substance Abuse Counselors earn between $38,850 and $59,380 a year, depending on factors such as level of education, experience, location and place of employment.
About 10% of Substance Abuse Counselors earn more than $63,460, a rate generally associated with highly educated and experienced Substance Abuse Counselors.
Approximately 10% of Substance Abuse Counselors earn under $30,810, a rate generally reserved for less experienced or entry level Substance Abuse Counselors.
| Percent | Experience | Employed | Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10% | Less than a Year | 178 | Under $30,810 |
| 15% | 2 – 4 years | 267 | $30,810 – $38,850 |
| 25% | 5 – 9 years | 445 | $38,850 – $48,330 |
| 25% | 10 – 14 years | 445 | $48,330 – $59,380 |
| 15% | 15 – 20 years | 267 | $48,330 – $63,460 |
| 10% | 20+ years | 178 | Above $63,460 |
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living
After being adjusted for cost-of-living, Substance Abuse Counselors in Kansas psychologists earn about $53,281 per year which is less than the average U.S. psychologist of $53,490.
Cost-of-living in Kansas is 8% less than the national average, which means Kansas residents have an overall less cost for food, housing, utilities and transportation compared to other states.
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Salary Compared to Related Professions
With an average annual salary of $49,210, Kansas Substance Abuse Counselors tend to earn less than Forensic Psychologists ($98,390), Clinical and Counseling Psychologists ($96,950), School Psychologists ($70,490), Psychology Teachers ($63,300), and Health Care Social Workers ($59,940).
However, Substance Abuse Counselors tend to earn more than Marriage and Family Therapists ($47,470), and Social Workers ($47,850).
| Title | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| Forensic Psychologists | $98,390 |
| Clinical and Counseling Psychologists | $96,950 |
| School Psychologists | $70,490 |
| Psychology Teachers | $63,300 |
| Health Care Social Workers | $59,940 |
| Substance Abuse Counselors | $49,210 |
| Social Workers | $47,850 |
| Marriage and Family Therapists | $47,470 |
Projected Demand for Psychologists in 2030
The U.S. Department of Labor projects that in Kansas the three professions needing the most new psychologists by 2030 are Social Workers (2,490), Substance Abuse Counselors (2,240) and Health Care Social Workers (1,840).
The three professions in Kansas needing highest percentage new psychologists by 2030 are Substance Abuse Counselors (15.5%), Psychology Teachers (8.3%) and Health Care Social Workers (8.2%).
| Title | 2020 | 2030 | Change | Yearly Openings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Social Workers | 2,370 | 2,490 | 5.1% | 230 |
| Substance Abuse Counselors | 1,940 | 2,240 | 15.5% | 220 |
| Health Care Social Workers | 1,700 | 1,840 | 8.2% | 180 |
| Forensic Psychologists | 350 | 350 | 0% | 20 |
| Marriage and Family Therapists | 300 | 310 | 3.3% | 30 |
| Psychology Teachers | 240 | 260 | 8.3% | 30 |
Salaries Ranked by Kansas Cities
The average salary for Substance Abuse Counselors in Kansas is $49,210. The top cities that pay Substance Abuse Counselors the most are Wichita ($48,660), Lawrence ($47,740) and Topeka ($47,400).
When adjusted for cost-of-living, the cities that pay Substance Abuse Counselors the highest average annual salary are Kansas Nonmetropolitan Area ($53,808), Wichita ($52,932) and Topeka ($52,673).
The following table shows the average yearly salary range for Substance Abuse Counselors in each city, and the average yearly salary after being adjusted for cost-of-living in that state.
The difference column shows how much more or less purchasing power a Substance Abuse Counselors salary will have in that area.
| Area | Average Salary | COL Adjusted | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wichita | $48,660 | $52,932 | $4,272 |
| Lawrence | $47,740 | $51,201 | $3,461 |
| Topeka | $47,400 | $52,673 | $5,273 |
| Kansas Nonmetropolitan Area | $47,050 | $53,808 | $6,758 |
Salary FAQ for Kansas Substance Abuse Counselors
City and Rural Summaries
Kansas Nonmetropolitan Area
Average Substance Abuse Counselors Salary: $47,050
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living: $53,808
Hourly Wage: $22.62
Currently Employed: 540
Cost-of-Living Index: 87.44
Kansas Nonmetropolitan Area Salary Report
Lawrence
Average Substance Abuse Counselors Salary: $47,740
Adjusted for Cost of Living: $51,201
Hourly Wage: $23
Currently Employed: 100
Cost-of-Living Index: 93.24
Lawrence Salary Report
Topeka
Average Substance Abuse Counselors Salary: $47,400
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living: $52,673
Hourly Wage: $22.79
Currently Employed: 150
Cost-of-Living Index: 89.99
Topeka Salary Report
Wichita
Average Substance Abuse Counselors Salary: $48,660
Adjusted for Cost of Living: $52,932
Hourly Wage: $23
Currently Employed: 260
Cost-of-Living Index: 91.93
Wichita Salary Report
Official Data Sources for Substance Abuse Counselors: Salary Data | Projected Employment | Cost of Living Data