Addiction Counselor Salary in Florida

The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics publishes addiction counselor wage data under SOC 21-1018. In Florida, the May 2023 OEWS release reports an annual mean wage of $56,980 ($27.39/hour mean) across 19,310 practitioners in the category.

Florida — May 2023 figures (SOC 21-1018)

• State employment: 19,310
• Annual mean wage: $56,980
• Hourly mean wage: $27.39

National percentile bands (annual wages, SOC 21-1018, May 2023)

• 10th: $36,700 · 25th: $44,600 · 50th: $53,710 · 75th: $70,130 · 90th: $89,920

Florida's credential tiers shape the range

Florida certifies addiction counselors through the Florida Certification Board (FCB): CAC (Certified Addiction Counselor), CAP (Certified Addiction Professional, advanced tier), and MCAP (master's-level). LMHC is a separate license under the Florida Department of Health with a broader clinical scope.

What this page is not

A BLS-figure reference. Not a forecast for any individual, not clinical or career advice.