Salary Report for Wyoming Substance Abuse Counselors
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Compare Wyoming to U.S.
Wyoming Substance Abuse Counselors earn an average of $61,840 which is 15% more than the national average salary of $53,490.
| Type | Wyoming | U.S. | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average Hourly Wage | $29.73 | $25.72 | 15.59% |
| Average Annual Salary | $61,840 | $53,490 | 15.61% |
Salary Range by Education and Experience
In Wyoming, 50% of Substance Abuse Counselors earn between $48,550 and $75,940 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 $96,440, a rate generally associated with highly educated and experienced Substance Abuse Counselors.
Approximately 10% of Substance Abuse Counselors earn under $38,830, a rate generally reserved for less experienced or entry level Substance Abuse Counselors.
| Percent | Experience | Employed | Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10% | Less than a Year | 52 | Under $38,830 |
| 15% | 2 – 4 years | 78 | $38,830 – $48,550 |
| 25% | 5 – 9 years | 130 | $48,550 – $60,130 |
| 25% | 10 – 14 years | 130 | $60,130 – $75,940 |
| 15% | 15 – 20 years | 78 | $60,130 – $96,440 |
| 10% | 20+ years | 52 | Above $96,440 |
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living
After being adjusted for cost-of-living, Substance Abuse Counselors in Wyoming psychologists earn about $67,028 per year which is less than the average U.S. psychologist of $53,490.
Cost-of-living in Wyoming is 8% less than the national average, which means Wyoming 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 $61,840, Wyoming Substance Abuse Counselors tend to earn less than Forensic Psychologists ($102,660), School Psychologists ($77,490), Clinical and Counseling Psychologists ($72,900), Psychology Teachers ($70,060), and Health Care Social Workers ($62,560).
However, Substance Abuse Counselors tend to earn more than Social Workers ($50,090), and Marriage and Family Therapists ($50,950).
| Title | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| Forensic Psychologists | $102,660 |
| School Psychologists | $77,490 |
| Clinical and Counseling Psychologists | $72,900 |
| Psychology Teachers | $70,060 |
| Health Care Social Workers | $62,560 |
| Substance Abuse Counselors | $61,840 |
| Marriage and Family Therapists | $50,950 |
| Social Workers | $50,090 |
Projected Demand for Psychologists in 2030
The U.S. Department of Labor projects that in Wyoming the three professions needing the most new psychologists by 2030 are Substance Abuse Counselors (760), Social Workers (650) and Health Care Social Workers (300).
The three professions in Wyoming needing highest percentage new psychologists by 2030 are Substance Abuse Counselors (20.6%), Health Care Social Workers (15.4%) and Social Workers (8.3%).
| Title | 2020 | 2030 | Change | Yearly Openings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Substance Abuse Counselors | 630 | 760 | 20.6% | 80 |
| Social Workers | 600 | 650 | 8.3% | 60 |
| Health Care Social Workers | 260 | 300 | 15.4% | 30 |
| Forensic Psychologists | 100 | 100 | 0% | 10 |
| Psychology Teachers | 50 | 50 | 0% | 0 |
Salaries Ranked by Wyoming Cities
The average salary for Substance Abuse Counselors in Wyoming is $61,840. The top cities that pay Substance Abuse Counselors the most are Casper ($65,740), Cheyenne ($64,780) and Western Wyoming Nonmetropolitan Area ($60,600).
When adjusted for cost-of-living, the cities that pay Substance Abuse Counselors the highest average annual salary are Casper ($71,761), Cheyenne ($69,536) and Western Wyoming Nonmetropolitan Area ($65,762).
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Casper | $65,740 | $71,761 | $6,021 |
| Cheyenne | $64,780 | $69,536 | $4,756 |
| Western Wyoming Nonmetropolitan Area | $60,600 | $65,762 | $5,162 |
| Eastern Wyoming Nonmetropolitan Area | $58,480 | $63,462 | $4,982 |
Salary FAQ for Wyoming Substance Abuse Counselors
City and Rural Summaries
Casper
Average Substance Abuse Counselors Salary: $65,740
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living: $71,761
Hourly Wage: $31.61
Currently Employed: 100
Cost-of-Living Index: 91.61
Casper Salary Report
Cheyenne
Average Substance Abuse Counselors Salary: $64,780
Adjusted for Cost of Living: $69,536
Hourly Wage: $31
Currently Employed: 100
Cost-of-Living Index: 93.16
Cheyenne Salary Report
Eastern Wyoming Nonmetropolitan Area
Average Substance Abuse Counselors Salary: $58,480
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living: $63,462
Hourly Wage: $28.11
Currently Employed: 140
Cost-of-Living Index: 92.15
Eastern Wyoming Nonmetropolitan Area Salary Report
Western Wyoming Nonmetropolitan Area
Average Substance Abuse Counselors Salary: $60,600
Adjusted for Cost of Living: $65,762
Hourly Wage: $29
Currently Employed: 180
Cost-of-Living Index: 92.15
Western Wyoming Nonmetropolitan Area Salary Report
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