How much does a substance abuse make in Portland?
$62,300a year
Median yearly pay for substance abuses in the Portland-South Portland, ME metro area. That is $29.95 an hour or $5,192 a month.
- Hourly
- $29.95
- Vs. national median
- +5%
- Rank among cities
- 99 of 387
- Jobs in the area
- 700
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $46,070Median: $62,300Highest 10%: $92,610
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $46,070 | $22.15 | |
| 25th | $50,760 | $24.40 | |
| Median | $62,300 | $29.95 | |
| 75th | $75,850 | $36.47 | |
| 90th | $92,610 | $44.52 |
Other cities in Maine
Median yearly pay for substance abuses.
| Bangor, ME | $59,970 |
| Lewiston, ME | $55,480 |
Related jobs in Portland
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Healthcare Social Worker | $74,650 |
| Probation Officer and Correctional Treatment Specialist | $68,410 |
| Rehabilitation Counselor | $66,480 |
| Counselor | $66,140 |
| Clergy | $65,790 |
| Child | $63,700 |
| Educational | $61,130 |
| Social Worker | $60,280 |
| Health Education Specialist | $59,410 |
| Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Worker | $59,010 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a substance abuse make an hour in Portland?
The median hourly pay in the Portland-South Portland, ME metro area is $29.95 ($62,300 a year).
Do substance abuses make more in Portland than the national average?
Yes: $62,300 against $59,350 nationally, 5% more.
How does Portland compare with the rest of Maine?
The median in Maine is $59,970, so Portland pays 4% more.
Where does Portland rank for substance abuse pay?
99 of 387 metro areas with data.
How much does a substance abuse make starting out in Portland?
The lowest-paid 10% make $46,070 or less a year; the top 10% make $92,610 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.