What are the main factors that influence a Forensic 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 Forensic Counselor?

The MFG Durable industry offers the highest average compensation for Forensic Counselor roles, with salaries approximately 30% above the market median.

How does experience change A Forensic Counselor's salary?

A Forensic Counselor's salary grows with experience: starting around $42,458 for beginners, reaching about $44,225 at mid-level, and approach $46,292 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Forensic Counselor?

Forensic Counselor salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Forensic Counselor roles are District of Columbia $46,915, California $46,737, Massachusetts $46,114. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Forensic Counselor roles make?

Salaries for Forensic Counselor level roles vary by specialization: forensic psychiatry: $259,025; Forensic Psychiatrist: $256,468; Forensic Nurse - RN: $100,891; Forensic Engineer: $94,664; Forensic Interviewer: $75,168.

Forensic Counselor Salary in Delaware

How much does a Forensic Counselor make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Forensic Counselor in Delaware is $42,911 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $21.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $51,213
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $38,257 to $47,257
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $34,020

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Forensic Counselor Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$47,257	$3,938	$909	$23
Average	$42,911	$3,576	$825	$21
25th Percentile	$38,257	$3,188	$736	$18

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Key Factors That Influence Forensic Counselor Salaries

A Forensic 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 Forensic Counselor Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Forensic 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): $42,458
Early Career (1-2 years): $42,588
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $44,225
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $46,154
Expert (over 8 years): $46,292

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Forensic Counselor	$42,458
Intermediate Level Forensic Counselor	$42,588
Senior Level Forensic Counselor	$44,225
Specialist Level Forensic Counselor	$46,154
Expert Level Forensic Counselor	$46,292

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How Do Forensic 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 Forensic Counselors. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $46,915.
California: $46,737.
Massachusetts: $46,114.

District of Columbia $46,915 California $46,737 Massachusetts $46,114 Washington $45,945 New Jersey $45,928 Alaska $45,868 Connecticut $45,284 New York $45,046

Hawaii $44,288 Rhode Island $43,932 Maryland $43,690 Minnesota $43,360 Colorado $43,233 Illinois $43,190 Oregon $43,029 Delaware $42,911

New Hampshire $42,836 Virginia $42,669 Pennsylvania $42,182 Nevada $41,936 North Dakota $41,856 Michigan $41,729 Wisconsin $41,682 Vermont $41,589

Texas $41,330 Maine $41,313 Arizona $41,288 Ohio $41,258 Georgia $40,868 Indiana $40,674 Wyoming $40,635 Utah $40,576

Iowa $40,551 Kansas $40,347 Louisiana $40,288 North Carolina $40,267 Missouri $40,258 Florida $40,093 Montana $40,004 Nebraska $39,919

Kentucky $39,873 South Carolina $39,703 Tennessee $39,597 Idaho $39,555 New Mexico $39,246 Oklahoma $39,178 Alabama $38,928 South Dakota $38,508

Arkansas $38,279 West Virginia $38,157 Mississippi $37,788

Top Paying Cities for Forensic 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: $42,718
Little Creek: $43,030
Magnolia: $42,968

Lincoln, DE $42,718 Little Creek, DE $43,030 Magnolia, DE $42,968 Milford, DE $42,826 Marydel, DE $42,896 Millsboro, DE $42,538 Millville, DE $42,604 Milton, DE $42,678

Nassau, DE $42,709 Ocean View, DE $42,597 Rehoboth Beach, DE $42,679 Seaford, DE $42,703 Selbyville, DE $42,526 Smyrna, DE $43,060 Viola, DE $42,862 Woodside, DE $42,977

Bear, DE $42,878 Newark, DE $42,862 Claymont, DE $42,949 Delaware City, DE $42,904 Hockessin, DE $42,858 Kirkwood, DE $42,896 Middletown, DE $42,913 Montchanin, DE $42,868

New Castle, DE $42,874 Odessa, DE $42,934 Port Penn, DE $42,963 Rockland, DE $42,872 Saint Georges, DE $42,899 Townsend, DE $42,965 Winterthur, DE $42,877 Lewes, DE $42,694

Wilmington, DE $42,860 Dover, DE $43,030 Dover Afb, DE $42,804 Bethany Beach, DE $42,552 Bethel, DE $42,596 Bridgeville, DE $42,696 Camden Wyoming, DE $42,909 Cheswold, DE $43,016

Clayton, DE $43,018 Dagsboro, DE $42,522 Delmar, DE $42,454 Ellendale, DE $42,583 Felton, DE $42,823 Fenwick Island, DE $42,532 Frankford, DE $42,457 Frederica, DE $42,865

Georgetown, DE $42,506 Greenwood, DE $42,703 Harbeson, DE $42,552 Harrington, DE $42,768 Hartly, DE $42,902 Houston, DE $42,707 Kenton, DE $43,020 Laurel, DE $42,481

Yorklyn, DE $42,871

Forensic Counselor Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Forensic Counselor roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 70% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the MFG Durable and Business Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Forensic Counselor positions in Retail & Wholesale or MFG Nondurable typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Forensic Counselor as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Forensic Counselor

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
MFG Durable	$55,784	$27.0	30%
Business Services	$53,639	$26.0	25%
Software & Networking	$53,639	$26.0	25%
Financial Services	$47,202	$23.0	10%

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

Understanding how a Forensic 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

$38,257

Average $42,911/year

$47,257

$3,188

Average $3,576/month

$3,938

$736

Average $825/week

$909

$18

Average $21/hour

$23

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$47,257	$3,938	$909	$23
Average	$42,911	$3,576	$825	$21
25th Percentile	$38,257	$3,188	$736	$18

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