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Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors salary in Virginia Beach, Virginia

Metro-level median, range, and employment from BLS Occupational Employment Statistics for the Virginia Beach metropolitan area. Skills and task data from O*NET. State and national figures shown for context.

Adrian Serafin, founder and editor of RateOrchardBy Adrian SerafinFounderUpdated April 30, 2026
Median annual$57,570
Mean annual$60,750
Range (10th to 90th)$37,990 to $86,650
Virginia Beach, Virginia employment3,710
State vs national-2.3% vs national

Salary distribution

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

Annual wage distribution

Shaded band = interquartile range (where most full-time workers fall)

10TH$37,99025TH$46,600MEDIAN$57,57075TH$75,55090TH$86,650

The middle 50% of workers earn between $46,600 and $75,550, with a median of $57,570.

Typical entry

  • Education

    Bachelor's degree

  • Experience

    None

  • On-the-job training

    Internship/residency

Top skills (O*NET)

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Common tasks (O*NET)

Task data from O*NET is not yet ingested for this occupation.

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Other metros in Virginia

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

Frequently asked questions

What is the median salary for Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors in Virginia Beach, Virginia?
According to BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, the median annual wage for Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors in the Virginia Beach metropolitan area is $57,570.
Does Virginia Beach pay more than the Virginia state average for Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors?
The Virginia Beach metro median is -1.4% versus the Virginia state median of $58,410.
How does Virginia Beach compare to the national median for Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors?
The Virginia Beach metro median is -2.3% versus the BLS national figure of $58,910.
What is the salary range for Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors in Virginia Beach?
BLS reports the 10th-percentile annual wage at $37,990 and the 90th-percentile at $86,650 for the Virginia Beach metro area.
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 Virginia Beach 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.