How much does a substance abuse make in Denver?
$62,810a year
Median yearly pay for substance abuses in the Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO metro area. That is $30.20 an hour or $5,234 a month.
- Hourly
- $30.20
- Vs. national median
- +6%
- Rank among cities
- 88 of 387
- Jobs in the area
- 8,480
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $47,110Median: $62,810Highest 10%: $100,300
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $47,110 | $22.65 | |
| 25th | $52,500 | $25.24 | |
| Median | $62,810 | $30.20 | |
| 75th | $82,340 | $39.59 | |
| 90th | $100,300 | $48.23 |
Other cities in Colorado
Median yearly pay for substance abuses.
| Boulder, CO | $75,020 |
| Fort Collins, CO | $71,120 |
| Colorado Springs, CO | $59,740 |
| Greeley, CO | $59,580 |
| Pueblo, CO | $58,380 |
| Grand Junction, CO | $58,300 |
Related jobs in Denver
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Health Education Specialist | $80,060 |
| Counselor | $77,000 |
| Religious Worker | $75,460 |
| Probation Officer and Correctional Treatment Specialist | $71,680 |
| Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Worker | $70,920 |
| Child | $67,560 |
| Educational | $67,080 |
| Marriage and Family Therapist | $64,120 |
| Healthcare Social Worker | $63,480 |
| Clergy | $63,190 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a substance abuse make an hour in Denver?
The median hourly pay in the Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO metro area is $30.20 ($62,810 a year).
Do substance abuses make more in Denver than the national average?
Yes: $62,810 against $59,350 nationally, 6% more.
How does Denver compare with the rest of Colorado?
The median in Colorado is $62,390, so Denver pays 1% more.
Where does Denver rank for substance abuse pay?
88 of 387 metro areas with data.
How much does a substance abuse make starting out in Denver?
The lowest-paid 10% make $47,110 or less a year; the top 10% make $100,300 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.