Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors pay in Albuquerque
In Albuquerque (NM), the median pay for substance abuse, behavioral disorder, and mental health counselors is $35.57 an hour ($73,990 a year). About 1,280 people work in this job there.
That is 25% higher than the U.S. median ($59,350). It is about the same as the New Mexico median ($74,100).
Pay range for substance abuse, behavioral disorder, and mental health counselors in Albuquerque (NM)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $23.51 | $48,900 |
| 25% of workers | $29.01 | $60,330 |
| Half of workers (median) | $35.57 | $73,990 |
| 75% of workers | $44.98 | $93,560 |
| 90% of workers | $54.53 | $113,430 |
Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors pay in New Mexico metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Las Cruces | $76,350 | 310 |
| Santa Fe | $74,100 | 180 |
| Albuquerque (this page) | $73,990 | 1,280 |
| Farmington | $73,070 | 120 |
New Mexico unemployment rate: 4.7% (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 Albuquerque (NM)
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Social and Human Service Assistants | $46,340 |
| Child, Family, and School Social Workers | $55,420 |
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