How much does a substance abuse make in Atlanta?
$60,880a year
Median yearly pay for substance abuses in the Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA metro area. That is $29.27 an hour or $5,073 a month.
- Hourly
- $29.27
- Vs. national median
- +3%
- Rank among cities
- 126 of 387
- Jobs in the area
- 5,880
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $38,650Median: $60,880Highest 10%: $95,110
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $38,650 | $18.58 | |
| 25th | $48,860 | $23.49 | |
| Median | $60,880 | $29.27 | |
| 75th | $75,550 | $36.32 | |
| 90th | $95,110 | $45.73 |
Other cities in Georgia
Median yearly pay for substance abuses.
| Brunswick, GA | $58,980 |
| Macon, GA | $56,870 |
| Columbus, GA | $55,910 |
| Hinesville, GA | $55,540 |
| Augusta, GA | $55,320 |
| Chattanooga, TN | $55,270 |
| Gainesville, GA | $54,670 |
| Rome, GA | $51,990 |
| Savannah, GA | $51,620 |
| Warner Robins, GA | $51,280 |
| Valdosta, GA | $50,360 |
| Dalton, GA | $50,050 |
| Athens, GA | $46,900 |
Related jobs in Atlanta
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Health Education Specialist | $112,500 |
| Marriage and Family Therapist | $101,500 |
| Director | $93,120 |
| Counselor | $79,490 |
| Educational | $67,730 |
| Social Worker | $67,260 |
| Healthcare Social Worker | $65,280 |
| Clergy | $65,150 |
| Probation Officer and Correctional Treatment Specialist | $61,270 |
| Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Worker | $58,500 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a substance abuse make an hour in Atlanta?
The median hourly pay in the Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA metro area is $29.27 ($60,880 a year).
Do substance abuses make more in Atlanta than the national average?
Yes: $60,880 against $59,350 nationally, 3% more.
How does Atlanta compare with the rest of Georgia?
The median in Georgia is $58,960, so Atlanta pays 3% more.
Where does Atlanta rank for substance abuse pay?
126 of 387 metro areas with data.
How much does a substance abuse make starting out in Atlanta?
The lowest-paid 10% make $38,650 or less a year; the top 10% make $95,110 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.