How much does a substance abuse make in Columbus?
$55,910a year
Median yearly pay for substance abuses in the Columbus, GA-AL metro area. That is $26.88 an hour or $4,659 a month.
- Hourly
- $26.88
- Vs. national median
- -6%
- Rank among cities
- 238 of 387
- Jobs in the area
- 310
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $36,220Median: $55,910Highest 10%: $84,920
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $36,220 | $17.41 | |
| 25th | $44,080 | $21.19 | |
| Median | $55,910 | $26.88 | |
| 75th | $64,320 | $30.92 | |
| 90th | $84,920 | $40.83 |
Other cities in Georgia
Median yearly pay for substance abuses.
| Atlanta, GA | $60,880 |
| Brunswick, GA | $58,980 |
| Macon, GA | $56,870 |
| 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 Columbus
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Social Worker | $96,820 |
| Healthcare Social Worker | $59,650 |
| Educational | $59,120 |
| Probation Officer and Correctional Treatment Specialist | $55,080 |
| Community and Social Service Specialist | $47,800 |
| Child | $47,080 |
| Social and Human Service Assistant | $35,530 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a substance abuse make an hour in Columbus?
The median hourly pay in the Columbus, GA-AL metro area is $26.88 ($55,910 a year).
Do substance abuses make more in Columbus than the national average?
No: $55,910 against $59,350 nationally, 6% less.
How does Columbus compare with the rest of Georgia?
The median in Georgia is $58,960, so Columbus pays 5% less.
Where does Columbus rank for substance abuse pay?
238 of 387 metro areas with data.
How much does a substance abuse make starting out in Columbus?
The lowest-paid 10% make $36,220 or less a year; the top 10% make $84,920 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.