Does Austin pay more than the Texas state average for Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors?

The Austin metro median is +3.0% versus the Texas state median of $60,630.

How does Austin compare to the national median for Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors?

The Austin metro median is +6.0% versus the BLS national figure of $58,910.

What education is required for Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors?

BLS lists the typical entry-level education as Bachelor's degree. Many employers also weigh prior experience and credentials.

Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors Salary in Austin, Texas

Median annual$62,440

Mean annual$88,330

Range (10th to 90th)Not published

Austin, Texas employment2,600

State vs national+6.0% vs national

Salary distribution

Where Austin substance abuse, behavioral disorder, and mental health counselors fall on the wage curve.

Distribution not available

The Bureau of Labor Statistics suppresses wage percentiles for this occupation and state when the surveyed cell has too few employers to publish without revealing individual firm pay. National figures and adjacent states below remain a useful reference.

Typical entry

Education
Bachelor's degree
Experience
None
On-the-job training
Internship/residency

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Other metros in Texas

How the Austin metro compares to other major Texas metro areas for substance abuse, behavioral disorder, and mental health counselors.

Houston$64,140
San Antonio$58,330
Dallas$57,700

Frequently asked questions

What is the median salary for Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors in Austin, Texas?: According to BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, the median annual wage for Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors in the Austin metropolitan area is $62,440.
Does Austin pay more than the Texas state average for Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors?: The Austin metro median is +3.0% versus the Texas state median of $60,630.
How does Austin compare to the national median for Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors?: The Austin metro median is +6.0% versus the BLS national figure of $58,910.
What education is required for Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors?: BLS lists the typical entry-level education as Bachelor's degree. Many employers also weigh prior experience and credentials.

Disclaimer

Information on this page is for general educational purposes only. It is not career, financial, or tax advice. BLS metro estimates reflect the Austin CBSA boundary for the reference year shown and may not match individual offers, employer-specific ranges, or current market conditions. Confirm with a licensed professional before making career or compensation decisions.