How much does a substance abuse make in Richmond?
$57,860a year
Median yearly pay for substance abuses in the Richmond, VA metro area. That is $27.82 an hour or $4,822 a month.
- Hourly
- $27.82
- Vs. national median
- -3%
- Rank among cities
- 206 of 387
- Jobs in the area
- 4,150
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $35,960Median: $57,860Highest 10%: $96,680
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $35,960 | $17.29 | |
| 25th | $46,800 | $22.50 | |
| Median | $57,860 | $27.82 | |
| 75th | $76,710 | $36.88 | |
| 90th | $96,680 | $46.48 |
Other cities in Virginia
Median yearly pay for substance abuses.
| Washington, DC | $65,270 |
| Harrisonburg, VA | $61,830 |
| Lynchburg, VA | $60,220 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $59,280 |
| Charlottesville, VA | $57,220 |
| Staunton, VA | $55,060 |
| Blacksburg, VA | $52,060 |
| Roanoke, VA | $52,040 |
| Winchester, VA | $50,580 |
| Kingsport, TN | $49,220 |
Related jobs in Richmond
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Counselor | $98,850 |
| Social Worker | $96,970 |
| Community and Social Service Specialist | $77,210 |
| Healthcare Social Worker | $71,690 |
| Health Education Specialist | $68,250 |
| Educational | $67,620 |
| Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Worker | $63,020 |
| Child | $60,520 |
| Clergy | $60,190 |
| Probation Officer and Correctional Treatment Specialist | $60,030 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a substance abuse make an hour in Richmond?
The median hourly pay in the Richmond, VA metro area is $27.82 ($57,860 a year).
Do substance abuses make more in Richmond than the national average?
No: $57,860 against $59,350 nationally, 3% less.
How does Richmond compare with the rest of Virginia?
The median in Virginia is $59,880, so Richmond pays 3% less.
Where does Richmond rank for substance abuse pay?
206 of 387 metro areas with data.
How much does a substance abuse make starting out in Richmond?
The lowest-paid 10% make $35,960 or less a year; the top 10% make $96,680 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.