How much does a substance abuse make in Trenton?
$65,940a year
Median yearly pay for substance abuses in the Trenton-Princeton, NJ metro area. That is $31.70 an hour or $5,495 a month.
- Hourly
- $31.70
- Vs. national median
- +11%
- Rank among cities
- 57 of 387
- Jobs in the area
- 1,370
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $43,310Median: $65,940Highest 10%: $97,700
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $43,310 | $20.82 | |
| 25th | $50,670 | $24.36 | |
| Median | $65,940 | $31.70 | |
| 75th | $77,470 | $37.25 | |
| 90th | $97,700 | $46.97 |
Other cities in New Jersey
Median yearly pay for substance abuses.
| Vineland, NJ | $63,560 |
| New York, NY | $61,020 |
| Philadelphia, PA | $58,140 |
| Atlantic City, NJ | $55,990 |
| Allentown, PA | $55,520 |
Related jobs in Trenton
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Counselor | $107,300 |
| Health Education Specialist | $102,700 |
| Marriage and Family Therapist | $92,150 |
| Probation Officer and Correctional Treatment Specialist | $80,610 |
| Healthcare Social Worker | $80,550 |
| Educational | $77,320 |
| Social Worker | $76,900 |
| Child | $72,730 |
| Rehabilitation Counselor | $69,740 |
| Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Worker | $66,590 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a substance abuse make an hour in Trenton?
The median hourly pay in the Trenton-Princeton, NJ metro area is $31.70 ($65,940 a year).
Do substance abuses make more in Trenton than the national average?
Yes: $65,940 against $59,350 nationally, 11% more.
How does Trenton compare with the rest of New Jersey?
The median in New Jersey is $62,820, so Trenton pays 5% more.
Where does Trenton rank for substance abuse pay?
57 of 387 metro areas with data.
How much does a substance abuse make starting out in Trenton?
The lowest-paid 10% make $43,310 or less a year; the top 10% make $97,700 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.