Aba Counselor Salary in the United States

How much does an Aba Counselor make in the United States?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Aba Counselor in the United States is $40,318 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $19.

However, an Aba Counselor's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $44,705
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $38,039 to $42,615
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $35,964
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Aba Counselor Salaries by Percentile

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Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $42,615 $3,551 $820 $20
Average $40,318 $3,360 $775 $19
25th Percentile $38,039 $3,170 $732 $18
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Key Factors That Influence Aba Counselor Salaries

An Aba Counselor's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Aba Counselor Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Aba Counselor's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $40,097
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $40,160
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $41,425
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $42,020
  • Expert (over 8 years): $42,094
Levels Salary
Entry Level Aba Counselor$40,097
Intermediate Level Aba Counselor$40,160
Senior Level Aba Counselor$41,425
Specialist Level Aba Counselor$42,020
Expert Level Aba Counselor$42,094
$40,097 0 yr
$40,160 < 2 yrs
$41,425 2-4 yrs
$42,020 5-8 yrs
$42,094 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Aba Counselors

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • San Jose: $50,853
  • San Francisco: $50,297
  • Oakland: $49,237

What Skills Can Increase an Aba Counselor's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 8.54% Job Postings): Customer service is the provision of service to customers before, during and after a purchase. The perception of success of such interactions is dependent on employees "who can adjust themselves to the personality of the guest". Customer service concerns the priority an organization assigns to customer service relative to components such as product innovation and pricing. In this sense, an organization that values good customer service may spend more money in training employees than the average organization or may proactively interview customers for feedback. From the point of view of an overall sales process engineering effort, customer service plays an important role in an organization's ability to generate income and revenue. From that perspective, customer service should be included as part of an overall approach to systematic improvement. One good customer service experience can change the entire perception a customer holds towards the organization.
  • Insurance Sales (Mentioned in 4.03% Job Postings): Insurance sales involves selling various types of insurance to customers, including home, life, health and auto insurance. Primary goal is to get information about clients' needs and match them with insurance policies they offer.
  • Account Sales (Mentioned in 1.37% Job Postings): Account Sales refers to the net sales for a company. They are reported directly on the income statement.
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Customer Service 8.54%
Insurance Sales 4.03%
Account Sales 1.37%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on an Aba Counselor's salary.
  • Product Marketing: Can increase your salary by up to 27%.
  • Financial Services: Can increase your salary by up to 26%.
  • Team Development: Can increase your salary by up to 22%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Product Marketing
$51,204
27%
Financial Services
$50,801
26%
Team Development
$49,188
22%
Listening
$48,785
21%
Customer Relationship
$48,785
21%
Cold Calling
$47,979
19%
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Aba Counselor Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Aba Counselor roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Financial Services, offers compensation 20% above the average. Conversely, Aba Counselor positions in Business Services typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Aba Counselor as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for an Aba Counselor

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Financial Services$48,382$23.020%

Aba Counselor Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Aba Counselor's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on July 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Aba Counselor

Salaries for an Aba Counselor can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $35,377 in 2023 to around $35,168 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Aba Counselor salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Aba Counselor Over Time

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$35,377
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$35,348
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$35,168
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2024 $35,348
2025 $35,168
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