How much does a substance abuse make in Memphis?
$50,260a year
Median yearly pay for substance abuses in the Memphis, TN-MS-AR metro area. That is $24.16 an hour or $4,188 a month.
- Hourly
- $24.16
- Vs. national median
- -15%
- Rank among cities
- 312 of 387
- Jobs in the area
- 1,560
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $34,110Median: $50,260Highest 10%: $73,170
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $34,110 | $16.40 | |
| 25th | $40,610 | $19.52 | |
| Median | $50,260 | $24.16 | |
| 75th | $61,120 | $29.38 | |
| 90th | $73,170 | $35.18 |
Other cities in Tennessee
Median yearly pay for substance abuses.
| Chattanooga, TN | $55,270 |
| Morristown, TN | $50,990 |
| Nashville, TN | $50,810 |
| Kingsport, TN | $49,220 |
| Knoxville, TN | $48,910 |
| Johnson City, TN | $46,980 |
| Jackson, TN | $46,520 |
| Cleveland, TN | $44,820 |
| Clarksville, TN | $43,970 |
Related jobs in Memphis
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Educational | $65,290 |
| Healthcare Social Worker | $64,430 |
| Clergy | $59,240 |
| Probation Officer and Correctional Treatment Specialist | $58,010 |
| Child | $56,090 |
| Social Worker | $53,680 |
| Community and Social Service Specialist | $49,870 |
| Health Education Specialist | $49,630 |
| Counselor | $49,600 |
| Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Worker | $46,810 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a substance abuse make an hour in Memphis?
The median hourly pay in the Memphis, TN-MS-AR metro area is $24.16 ($50,260 a year).
Do substance abuses make more in Memphis than the national average?
No: $50,260 against $59,350 nationally, 15% less.
How does Memphis compare with the rest of Tennessee?
The median in Tennessee is $49,580, so Memphis pays 1% more.
Where does Memphis rank for substance abuse pay?
312 of 387 metro areas with data.
How much does a substance abuse make starting out in Memphis?
The lowest-paid 10% make $34,110 or less a year; the top 10% make $73,170 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.