Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors Salary in Massachusetts
As of May 2025, the median annual wage for substance abuse, behavioral disorder, and mental health counselors in Massachusetts was $59,890 +0.9% vs national
Massachusetts vs United States
| Massachusetts | United States | |
|---|---|---|
| Median annual | $59,890 | $59,350 |
| Median hourly | $28.80 | $28.53 |
| Employment | 18,190 | 491,930 |
| Location quotient | 1.58 | 1.00 |
Data source: BLS OES state file (Massachusetts) · U.S. BLS OES survey, May 2025
What this means
The median wage in Massachusetts is 0.9% above the national median — a difference of about $540 per year for a typical worker.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average substance abuse, behavioral disorder, and mental health counselors salary in Massachusetts?
The median annual wage in Massachusetts is $59,890 ($28.80 per hour), per BLS OES May 2025 data.
How does Massachusetts compare to the national average for substance abuse, behavioral disorder, and mental health counselors?
The Massachusetts median of $59,890 is 0.9% higher than the U.S. median of $59,350.
How many substance abuse, behavioral disorder, and mental health counselors work in Massachusetts?
Approximately 18,190 are employed in Massachusetts, per BLS OES.