What are the main factors that influence a Hiv Counselor's salary?

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

How does experience change A Hiv Counselor's salary?

A Hiv Counselor's salary grows with experience: starting around $65,810 for beginners, reaching about $68,201 at mid-level, and approach $71,973 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Hiv Counselor?

Hiv Counselor salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Hiv Counselor roles are District of Columbia $70,877, California $70,608, Massachusetts $69,667. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Hiv Counselor roles make?

Salaries for Hiv Counselor level roles vary by specialization: Genetics Counselor: $98,250; Hiv Case Manager: $83,110; Drug Counselor: $65,801; Addiction Counselor: $65,800; Hiv Tester: $64,751.

Hiv Counselor Salary in Rhode Island

How much does a Hiv Counselor make in Rhode Island?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Hiv Counselor in Rhode Island is $66,371 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $32.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $80,437
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $60,604 to $73,733
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $55,353

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Hiv Counselor Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$73,733	$6,144	$1,418	$35
Average	$66,371	$5,531	$1,276	$32
25th Percentile	$60,604	$5,050	$1,165	$29

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Key Factors That Influence Hiv Counselor Salaries

A Hiv 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 Hiv Counselor Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Hiv 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): $65,810
Early Career (1-2 years): $65,970
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $68,201
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $71,722
Expert (over 8 years): $71,973

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Hiv Counselor	$65,810
Intermediate Level Hiv Counselor	$65,970
Senior Level Hiv Counselor	$68,201
Specialist Level Hiv Counselor	$71,722
Expert Level Hiv Counselor	$71,973

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

District of Columbia: $70,877.
California: $70,608.
Massachusetts: $69,667.

District of Columbia $70,877 California $70,608 Massachusetts $69,667 Washington $69,411 New Jersey $69,386 Alaska $69,296 Connecticut $68,413 New York $68,054

Hawaii $66,908 Rhode Island $66,371 Maryland $66,006 Minnesota $65,506 Colorado $65,314 Illinois $65,250 Oregon $65,007 Delaware $64,828

New Hampshire $64,715 Virginia $64,463 Pennsylvania $63,727 Nevada $63,355 North Dakota $63,234 Michigan $63,042 Wisconsin $62,971 Vermont $62,831

Texas $62,440 Maine $62,414 Arizona $62,376 Ohio $62,331 Georgia $61,742 Indiana $61,448 Wyoming $61,390 Utah $61,301

Iowa $61,262 Kansas $60,955 Louisiana $60,865 North Carolina $60,833 Missouri $60,820 Florida $60,571 Montana $60,436 Nebraska $60,308

Kentucky $60,238 South Carolina $59,982 Tennessee $59,822 Idaho $59,758 New Mexico $59,291 Oklahoma $59,188 Alabama $58,810 South Dakota $58,177

Arkansas $57,831 West Virginia $57,645 Mississippi $57,088

Top Paying Cities for Hiv 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:

Adamsville: $67,459
Albion: $66,339
Ashaway: $67,715

Adamsville, RI $67,459 Albion, RI $66,339 Ashaway, RI $67,715 Barrington, RI $66,339 Block Island, RI $67,363 Bradford, RI $67,670 Bristol, RI $66,275 Carolina, RI $67,120

Charlestown, RI $67,190 Chepachet, RI $66,211 Clayville, RI $66,275 Coventry, RI $66,211 West Greenwich, RI $66,166 East Greenwich, RI $66,255 Exeter, RI $67,670 Fiskeville, RI $66,339

Forestdale, RI $66,275 Foster, RI $66,166 Glendale, RI $66,166 Greene, RI $66,908 Greenville, RI $66,339 Harmony, RI $66,319 Harrisville, RI $66,211 Hope, RI $66,339

Hope Valley, RI $67,715 Hopkinton, RI $67,734 Jamestown, RI $67,056 Kenyon, RI $67,651 Little Compton, RI $67,433 Manville, RI $66,339 Mapleville, RI $66,166 Newport, RI $67,068

Middletown, RI $67,350 North Kingstown, RI $66,146 North Scituate, RI $66,319 Oakland, RI $66,230 Pascoag, RI $66,191 Pawtucket, RI $66,339 Central Falls, RI $66,339 Cumberland, RI $66,339

Lincoln, RI $66,339 Portsmouth, RI $66,799 Prudence Island, RI $66,211 Rockville, RI $67,734 Saunderstown, RI $67,094 Shannock, RI $67,632 Slatersville, RI $66,275 Slocum, RI $67,094

Tiverton, RI $67,478 Wakefield, RI $67,023 Kingston, RI $67,036 Narragansett, RI $67,049 Peace Dale, RI $67,023 Warren, RI $66,319 Warwick, RI $66,339 Westerly, RI $67,753

West Kingston, RI $67,075 West Warwick, RI $66,339 Wood River Junction, RI $67,670 Woonsocket, RI $66,275 North Smithfield, RI $66,319 Wyoming, RI $67,651 Providence, RI $66,339 Cranston, RI $66,339

North Providence, RI $66,339 East Providence, RI $66,339 Riverside, RI $66,339 Rumford, RI $66,339 Smithfield, RI $66,339 Johnston, RI $66,339

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

Understanding how a Hiv 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 January 01, 2026

$60,604

Average $66,371/year

$73,733

$5,050

Average $5,531/month

$6,144

$1,165

Average $1,276/week

$1,418

$29

Average $32/hour

$35

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$73,733	$6,144	$1,418	$35
Average	$66,371	$5,531	$1,276	$32
25th Percentile	$60,604	$5,050	$1,165	$29

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