How much does a substance abuse make in Albuquerque?
$73,990a year
Median yearly pay for substance abuses in the Albuquerque, NM metro area. That is $35.57 an hour or $6,166 a month.
- Hourly
- $35.57
- Vs. national median
- +25%
- Rank among cities
- 15 of 387
- Jobs in the area
- 1,280
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $48,900Median: $73,990Highest 10%: $113,400
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $48,900 | $23.51 | |
| 25th | $60,330 | $29.00 | |
| Median | $73,990 | $35.57 | |
| 75th | $93,560 | $44.98 | |
| 90th | $113,400 | $54.53 |
Other cities in New Mexico
Median yearly pay for substance abuses.
| Las Cruces, NM | $76,350 |
| Santa Fe, NM | $74,100 |
| Farmington, NM | $73,070 |
Related jobs in Albuquerque
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Social Worker | $90,310 |
| Educational | $79,180 |
| Clergy | $70,160 |
| Probation Officer and Correctional Treatment Specialist | $66,000 |
| Healthcare Social Worker | $65,200 |
| Health Education Specialist | $63,610 |
| Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Worker | $61,280 |
| Community Health Worker | $58,290 |
| Child | $55,420 |
| Community and Social Service Specialist | $48,260 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a substance abuse make an hour in Albuquerque?
The median hourly pay in the Albuquerque, NM metro area is $35.57 ($73,990 a year).
Do substance abuses make more in Albuquerque than the national average?
Yes: $73,990 against $59,350 nationally, 25% more.
How does Albuquerque compare with the rest of New Mexico?
The median in New Mexico is $74,100, so Albuquerque pays 0% more.
Where does Albuquerque rank for substance abuse pay?
15 of 387 metro areas with data.
How much does a substance abuse make starting out in Albuquerque?
The lowest-paid 10% make $48,900 or less a year; the top 10% make $113,400 or more.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.