How much does a substance abuse make in Raleigh?
$59,600a year
Median yearly pay for substance abuses in the Raleigh-Cary, NC metro area. That is $28.65 an hour or $4,967 a month.
- Hourly
- $28.65
- Vs. national median
- +0%
- Rank among cities
- 162 of 387
- Jobs in the area
- 1,400
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $42,590Median: $59,600Highest 10%: $92,460
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $42,590 | $20.48 | |
| 25th | $49,820 | $23.95 | |
| Median | $59,600 | $28.65 | |
| 75th | $78,290 | $37.64 | |
| 90th | $92,460 | $44.45 |
Other cities in North Carolina
Median yearly pay for substance abuses.
| Durham, NC | $59,560 |
| 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 Raleigh
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Healthcare Social Worker | $69,090 |
| Probation Officer and Correctional Treatment Specialist | $65,490 |
| Educational | $63,080 |
| Child | $62,700 |
| Community and Social Service Specialist | $60,410 |
| Health Education Specialist | $59,810 |
| Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Worker | $59,380 |
| Clergy | $58,770 |
| Marriage and Family Therapist | $55,500 |
| Social Worker | $53,560 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a substance abuse make an hour in Raleigh?
The median hourly pay in the Raleigh-Cary, NC metro area is $28.65 ($59,600 a year).
Do substance abuses make more in Raleigh than the national average?
Yes: $59,600 against $59,350 nationally, 0% more.
How does Raleigh compare with the rest of North Carolina?
The median in North Carolina is $55,490, so Raleigh pays 7% more.
Where does Raleigh rank for substance abuse pay?
162 of 387 metro areas with data.
How much does a substance abuse make starting out in Raleigh?
The lowest-paid 10% make $42,590 or less a year; the top 10% make $92,460 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.