How much does a substance abuse make in Lawrence?
$64,370a year
Median yearly pay for substance abuses in the Lawrence, KS metro area. That is $30.95 an hour or $5,364 a month.
- Hourly
- $30.95
- Vs. national median
- +8%
- Rank among cities
- 71 of 387
- Jobs in the area
- 170
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $39,760Median: $64,370Highest 10%: $78,910
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $39,760 | $19.12 | |
| 25th | $51,400 | $24.71 | |
| Median | $64,370 | $30.95 | |
| 75th | $73,690 | $35.43 | |
| 90th | $78,910 | $37.94 |
Other cities in Kansas
Median yearly pay for substance abuses.
| Topeka, KS | $61,100 |
| Kansas City, MO | $60,690 |
| Wichita, KS | $59,280 |
| Joplin, MO | $52,800 |
| St. Joseph, MO | $51,070 |
| Manhattan, KS | $42,200 |
Related jobs in Lawrence
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Child | $60,980 |
| Educational | $50,850 |
| Community and Social Service Specialist | $45,210 |
| Social and Human Service Assistant | $45,040 |
| Rehabilitation Counselor | $41,980 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a substance abuse make an hour in Lawrence?
The median hourly pay in the Lawrence, KS metro area is $30.95 ($64,370 a year).
Do substance abuses make more in Lawrence than the national average?
Yes: $64,370 against $59,350 nationally, 8% more.
How does Lawrence compare with the rest of Kansas?
The median in Kansas is $59,470, so Lawrence pays 8% more.
Where does Lawrence rank for substance abuse pay?
71 of 387 metro areas with data.
How much does a substance abuse make starting out in Lawrence?
The lowest-paid 10% make $39,760 or less a year; the top 10% make $78,910 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.