How much does a substance abuse make in Bellingham?
$77,620a year
Median yearly pay for substance abuses in the Bellingham, WA metro area. That is $37.32 an hour or $6,468 a month.
- Hourly
- $37.32
- Vs. national median
- +31%
- Rank among cities
- 6 of 387
- Jobs in the area
- 440
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $49,280Median: $77,620Highest 10%: $112,000
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $49,280 | $23.69 | |
| 25th | $59,670 | $28.69 | |
| Median | $77,620 | $37.32 | |
| 75th | $96,130 | $46.22 | |
| 90th | $112,000 | $53.84 |
Other cities in Washington
Median yearly pay for substance abuses.
| Portland, OR | $75,420 |
| Wenatchee, WA | $75,180 |
| Seattle, WA | $73,580 |
| Kennewick, WA | $73,540 |
| Mount Vernon, WA | $70,970 |
| Lewiston, ID | $69,200 |
| Walla Walla, WA | $68,160 |
| Olympia, WA | $67,650 |
| Longview, WA | $65,140 |
| Spokane, WA | $64,100 |
| Bremerton, WA | $60,070 |
| Yakima, WA | $58,590 |
Related jobs in Bellingham
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Healthcare Social Worker | $75,470 |
| Educational | $69,800 |
| Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Worker | $65,770 |
| Child | $63,130 |
| Community and Social Service Specialist | $63,010 |
| Community Health Worker | $57,930 |
| Rehabilitation Counselor | $55,570 |
| Social and Human Service Assistant | $54,320 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a substance abuse make an hour in Bellingham?
The median hourly pay in the Bellingham, WA metro area is $37.32 ($77,620 a year).
Do substance abuses make more in Bellingham than the national average?
Yes: $77,620 against $59,350 nationally, 31% more.
How does Bellingham compare with the rest of Washington?
The median in Washington is $68,910, so Bellingham pays 13% more.
Where does Bellingham rank for substance abuse pay?
6 of 387 metro areas with data.
How much does a substance abuse make starting out in Bellingham?
The lowest-paid 10% make $49,280 or less a year; the top 10% make $112,000 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.