How much does a substance abuse make in Rochester?
$59,620a year
Median yearly pay for substance abuses in the Rochester, NY metro area. That is $28.66 an hour or $4,968 a month.
- Hourly
- $28.66
- Vs. national median
- +0%
- Rank among cities
- 161 of 387
- Jobs in the area
- 1,380
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $38,900Median: $59,620Highest 10%: $78,370
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $38,900 | $18.70 | |
| 25th | $46,610 | $22.41 | |
| Median | $59,620 | $28.66 | |
| 75th | $66,830 | $32.13 | |
| 90th | $78,370 | $37.68 |
Other cities in New York
Median yearly pay for substance abuses.
| Ithaca, NY | $65,010 |
| New York, NY | $61,020 |
| Kingston, NY | $60,040 |
| Glens Falls, NY | $59,350 |
| Kiryas Joel, NY | $59,230 |
| Syracuse, NY | $57,940 |
| Binghamton, NY | $57,720 |
| Albany, NY | $57,030 |
| Buffalo, NY | $55,750 |
| Utica, NY | $50,890 |
| Elmira, NY | $49,210 |
| Watertown, NY | $48,310 |
Related jobs in Rochester
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Probation Officer and Correctional Treatment Specialist | $82,010 |
| Social Worker | $81,890 |
| Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Worker | $68,880 |
| Community and Social Service Specialist | $66,580 |
| Marriage and Family Therapist | $63,800 |
| Child | $62,030 |
| Healthcare Social Worker | $61,610 |
| Educational | $60,670 |
| Clergy | $59,710 |
| Health Education Specialist | $59,000 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a substance abuse make an hour in Rochester?
The median hourly pay in the Rochester, NY metro area is $28.66 ($59,620 a year).
Do substance abuses make more in Rochester than the national average?
Yes: $59,620 against $59,350 nationally, 0% more.
How does Rochester compare with the rest of New York?
The median in New York is $59,450, so Rochester pays 0% more.
Where does Rochester rank for substance abuse pay?
161 of 387 metro areas with data.
How much does a substance abuse make starting out in Rochester?
The lowest-paid 10% make $38,900 or less a year; the top 10% make $78,370 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.