Rehabilitation Counselors vs. Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors: Salary Comparison (2026)

Rehabilitation Counselorss earn a median salary of $46,110/year, while Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselorss earn $59,190/year - a difference of $13,080. Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselorss earn more on average. Both salaries are based on national BLS data.