Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors pay in Boise City
In Boise City (ID), the median pay for substance abuse, behavioral disorder, and mental health counselors is $29.68 an hour ($61,730 a year). About 1,580 people work in this job there.
That is 4% higher than the U.S. median ($59,350). It is 3% lower than the Idaho median ($63,360).
Pay range for substance abuse, behavioral disorder, and mental health counselors in Boise City (ID)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $17.50 | $36,400 |
| 25% of workers | $22.52 | $46,830 |
| Half of workers (median) | $29.68 | $61,730 |
| 75% of workers | $39.33 | $81,800 |
| 90% of workers | $49.53 | $103,030 |
Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors pay in Idaho metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Idaho Falls | $72,630 | 310 |
| Lewiston | $69,200 | 90 |
| Coeur d'Alene | $63,360 | 220 |
| Twin Falls | $61,870 | 190 |
| Pocatello | $61,860 | 210 |
| Boise City (this page) | $61,730 | 1,580 |
Idaho unemployment rate: 3.6% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for substance abuse, behavioral disorder, and mental health counselors
- Typical education to start: Master's degree (BLS)
- Training on the job: Internship/residency (BLS)
- Job outlook: +18.4% over ten years, much faster than average · about 50,500 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Boise City (ID)
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Social and Human Service Assistants | $48,090 |
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