What are the main factors that influence an Educational Counselor's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What industry pays the highest salary for Educational Counselor?

The Government industry offers the highest average compensation for Educational Counselor roles, with salaries approximately 12% above the market median.

How does experience change An Educational Counselor's salary?

An Educational Counselor's salary grows with experience: a School Counselor (0-2 years)earns $49,491, a Educational Counselor (10+ years)earns $63,019, an Academic Advising Director (10+ years)earns $78,650,

What are the highest paying states for an Educational Counselor?

Educational Counselor salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Educational Counselor roles are District of Columbia $67,061, California $66,806, Massachusetts $65,916. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Educational Counselor roles make?

Salaries for Educational Counselor level roles vary by specialization: Educational Psychologist: $139,846; Educational Consultant: $114,601; Educational Technologist: $69,180; Associate Religious Counselor: $68,200; Admissions Counselor: $49,556.

Educational Counselor Salary in Delaware

How much does an Educational Counselor make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Educational Counselor in Delaware is $61,337 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $29.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $77,181
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $53,265 to $69,631
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $45,916

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Educational Counselor Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$69,631	$5,803	$1,339	$33
Average	$61,337	$5,111	$1,180	$29
25th Percentile	$53,265	$4,439	$1,024	$26

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Key Factors That Influence Educational Counselor Salaries

An Educational 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 Do Educational Counselor Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Educational Counselors. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $67,061.
California: $66,806.
Massachusetts: $65,916.

District of Columbia $67,061 California $66,806 Massachusetts $65,916 Washington $65,674 New Jersey $65,649 Alaska $65,565 Connecticut $64,729 New York $64,390

Hawaii $63,305 Rhode Island $62,797 Maryland $62,451 Minnesota $61,979 Colorado $61,797 Illinois $61,737 Oregon $61,506 Delaware $61,337

New Hampshire $61,230 Virginia $60,992 Pennsylvania $60,295 Nevada $59,944 North Dakota $59,829 Michigan $59,647 Wisconsin $59,580 Vermont $59,447

Texas $59,078 Maine $59,054 Arizona $59,017 Ohio $58,975 Georgia $58,418 Indiana $58,139 Wyoming $58,084 Utah $58,000

Iowa $57,963 Kansas $57,673 Louisiana $57,588 North Carolina $57,557 Missouri $57,545 Florida $57,309 Montana $57,182 Nebraska $57,061

Kentucky $56,994 South Carolina $56,752 Tennessee $56,601 Idaho $56,540 New Mexico $56,098 Oklahoma $56,001 Alabama $55,644 South Dakota $55,044

Arkansas $54,717 West Virginia $54,541 Mississippi $54,014

Top Paying Cities for Educational 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:

Lincoln: $61,061
Little Creek: $61,508
Magnolia: $61,419

Lincoln, DE $61,061 Little Creek, DE $61,508 Magnolia, DE $61,419 Milford, DE $61,216 Marydel, DE $61,316 Millsboro, DE $60,805 Millville, DE $60,898 Milton, DE $61,004

Nassau, DE $61,048 Ocean View, DE $60,888 Rehoboth Beach, DE $61,005 Seaford, DE $61,040 Selbyville, DE $60,787 Smyrna, DE $61,550 Viola, DE $61,267 Woodside, DE $61,431

Bear, DE $61,290 Newark, DE $61,267 Claymont, DE $61,392 Delaware City, DE $61,328 Hockessin, DE $61,261 Kirkwood, DE $61,316 Middletown, DE $61,340 Montchanin, DE $61,275

New Castle, DE $61,284 Odessa, DE $61,370 Port Penn, DE $61,411 Rockland, DE $61,281 Saint Georges, DE $61,321 Townsend, DE $61,415 Winterthur, DE $61,288 Lewes, DE $61,027

Wilmington, DE $61,264 Dover, DE $61,508 Dover Afb, DE $61,184 Bethany Beach, DE $60,824 Bethel, DE $60,887 Bridgeville, DE $61,030 Camden Wyoming, DE $61,334 Cheswold, DE $61,488

Clayton, DE $61,490 Dagsboro, DE $60,782 Delmar, DE $60,684 Ellendale, DE $60,868 Felton, DE $61,211 Fenwick Island, DE $60,795 Frankford, DE $60,689 Frederica, DE $61,271

Georgetown, DE $60,758 Greenwood, DE $61,040 Harbeson, DE $60,823 Harrington, DE $61,133 Hartly, DE $61,324 Houston, DE $61,046 Kenton, DE $61,493 Laurel, DE $60,722

Yorklyn, DE $61,279

Educational Counselor Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Educational Counselor roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 30% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Government, offers compensation 12% above the average. Conversely, Educational Counselor positions in Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Educational Counselor as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Educational Counselor

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Government	$69,004	$33.0	12%
Education	$64,404	$31.0	5%

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

Understanding how an Educational 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

$53,265

Average $61,337/year

$69,631

$4,439

Average $5,111/month

$5,803

$1,024

Average $1,180/week

$1,339

$26

Average $29/hour

$33

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$69,631	$5,803	$1,339	$33
Average	$61,337	$5,111	$1,180	$29
25th Percentile	$53,265	$4,439	$1,024	$26

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