How much does a substance abuse make in Washington?
Median yearly pay for substance abuses in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area. That is $31.38 an hour or $5,439 a month.
- Hourly
- $31.38
- Vs. national median
- +10%
- Rank among cities
- 62 of 387
- Jobs in the area
- 9,030
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $46,520 | $22.37 | |
| 25th | $50,870 | $24.46 | |
| Median | $65,270 | $31.38 | |
| 75th | $83,370 | $40.08 | |
| 90th | $104,200 | $50.08 |
Other cities in District of Columbia
Median yearly pay for substance abuses.
| No other city in the state with data. |
Related jobs in Washington
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Health Education Specialist | $124,600 |
| Marriage and Family Therapist | $95,460 |
| Social Worker | $93,220 |
| Healthcare Social Worker | $80,710 |
| Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Worker | $78,210 |
| Educational | $77,420 |
| Child | $75,550 |
| Probation Officer and Correctional Treatment Specialist | $73,610 |
| Counselor | $70,610 |
| Clergy | $61,170 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a substance abuse make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area is $31.38 ($65,270 a year).
Do substance abuses make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $65,270 against $59,350 nationally, 10% more.
How does Washington compare with the rest of District of Columbia?
The median in District of Columbia is $60,450, so Washington pays 8% more.
Where does Washington rank for substance abuse pay?
62 of 387 metro areas with data.
How much does a substance abuse make starting out in Washington?
The lowest-paid 10% make $46,520 or less a year; the top 10% make $104,200 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.