How much does a substance abuse make in Dover?
$60,990a year
Median yearly pay for substance abuses in the Dover, DE metro area. That is $29.32 an hour or $5,083 a month.
- Hourly
- $29.32
- Vs. national median
- +3%
- Rank among cities
- 123 of 387
- Jobs in the area
- 220
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $32,500Median: $60,990Highest 10%: $88,920
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $32,500 | $15.63 | |
| 25th | $47,940 | $23.05 | |
| Median | $60,990 | $29.32 | |
| 75th | $82,210 | $39.52 | |
| 90th | $88,920 | $42.75 |
Other cities in Delaware
Median yearly pay for substance abuses.
| Philadelphia, PA | $58,140 |
Related jobs in Dover
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Educational | $74,620 |
| Marriage and Family Therapist | $69,450 |
| Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Worker | $58,670 |
| Healthcare Social Worker | $58,470 |
| Community and Social Service Specialist | $56,000 |
| Child | $51,690 |
| Social and Human Service Assistant | $40,000 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a substance abuse make an hour in Dover?
The median hourly pay in the Dover, DE metro area is $29.32 ($60,990 a year).
Do substance abuses make more in Dover than the national average?
Yes: $60,990 against $59,350 nationally, 3% more.
How does Dover compare with the rest of Delaware?
The median in Delaware is $56,020, so Dover pays 9% more.
Where does Dover rank for substance abuse pay?
123 of 387 metro areas with data.
How much does a substance abuse make starting out in Dover?
The lowest-paid 10% make $32,500 or less a year; the top 10% make $88,920 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.