How much does a substance abuse make in Durham?
$59,560a year
Median yearly pay for substance abuses in the Durham-Chapel Hill, NC metro area. That is $28.63 an hour or $4,963 a month.
- Hourly
- $28.63
- Vs. national median
- +0%
- Rank among cities
- 164 of 387
- Jobs in the area
- 680
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $43,010Median: $59,560Highest 10%: $92,810
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $43,010 | $20.68 | |
| 25th | $51,030 | $24.53 | |
| Median | $59,560 | $28.63 | |
| 75th | $77,570 | $37.29 | |
| 90th | $92,810 | $44.62 |
Other cities in North Carolina
Median yearly pay for substance abuses.
| Raleigh, NC | $59,600 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $59,280 |
| Charlotte, NC | $56,130 |
| Greenville, NC | $55,490 |
| Asheville, NC | $53,090 |
| Jacksonville, NC | $52,620 |
| Rocky Mount, NC | $52,060 |
| Greensboro, NC | $51,410 |
| Hickory, NC | $51,060 |
| Burlington, NC | $50,440 |
| Goldsboro, NC | $49,990 |
| Wilmington, NC | $48,970 |
| Fayetteville, NC | $47,980 |
| Winston-Salem, NC | $47,620 |
| Pinehurst, NC | $46,380 |
Related jobs in Durham
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Social Worker | $91,080 |
| Healthcare Social Worker | $77,160 |
| Health Education Specialist | $76,380 |
| Child | $62,370 |
| Clergy | $61,030 |
| Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Worker | $60,390 |
| Educational | $58,460 |
| Community and Social Service Specialist | $58,410 |
| Counselor | $57,030 |
| Probation Officer and Correctional Treatment Specialist | $54,860 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a substance abuse make an hour in Durham?
The median hourly pay in the Durham-Chapel Hill, NC metro area is $28.63 ($59,560 a year).
Do substance abuses make more in Durham than the national average?
Yes: $59,560 against $59,350 nationally, 0% more.
How does Durham compare with the rest of North Carolina?
The median in North Carolina is $55,490, so Durham pays 7% more.
Where does Durham rank for substance abuse pay?
164 of 387 metro areas with data.
How much does a substance abuse make starting out in Durham?
The lowest-paid 10% make $43,010 or less a year; the top 10% make $92,810 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.