How much does a substance abuse make in Salem?
$78,870a year
Median yearly pay for substance abuses in the Salem, OR metro area. That is $37.92 an hour or $6,573 a month.
- Hourly
- $37.92
- Vs. national median
- +33%
- Rank among cities
- 5 of 387
- Jobs in the area
- 560
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $46,990Median: $78,870Highest 10%: $114,700
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $46,990 | $22.59 | |
| 25th | $61,190 | $29.42 | |
| Median | $78,870 | $37.92 | |
| 75th | $95,980 | $46.14 | |
| 90th | $114,700 | $55.13 |
Other cities in Oregon
Median yearly pay for substance abuses.
| Albany, OR | $78,910 |
| Corvallis, OR | $75,700 |
| Bend, OR | $75,470 |
| Portland, OR | $75,420 |
| Grants Pass, OR | $73,550 |
| Medford, OR | $68,990 |
| Eugene, OR | $65,220 |
Related jobs in Salem
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Probation Officer and Correctional Treatment Specialist | $86,870 |
| Healthcare Social Worker | $80,020 |
| Clergy | $78,220 |
| Educational | $75,510 |
| Social Worker | $70,320 |
| Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Worker | $68,210 |
| Child | $64,700 |
| Health Education Specialist | $64,270 |
| Community and Social Service Specialist | $58,190 |
| Social and Human Service Assistant | $57,560 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a substance abuse make an hour in Salem?
The median hourly pay in the Salem, OR metro area is $37.92 ($78,870 a year).
Do substance abuses make more in Salem than the national average?
Yes: $78,870 against $59,350 nationally, 33% more.
How does Salem compare with the rest of Oregon?
The median in Oregon is $74,590, so Salem pays 6% more.
Where does Salem rank for substance abuse pay?
5 of 387 metro areas with data.
How much does a substance abuse make starting out in Salem?
The lowest-paid 10% make $46,990 or less a year; the top 10% make $114,700 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.