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

The Healthcare industry offers the highest average compensation for Peer Counselor roles, with salaries approximately 15% above the market median.

How does experience change A Peer Counselor's salary?

A Peer Counselor's salary grows with experience: an Addiction Mental Health Assessor (0-0 years)earns $55,974, a Peer Counselor (2-4 years)earns $62,687, a Chemical Dependency Program Manager (4-5 years)earns $123,164, a Substance Abuse Center Director (Hosp. Op.) (5+ years)earns $149,858,

What are the highest paying states for a Peer Counselor?

Peer Counselor salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Peer Counselor roles are District of Columbia $66,775, California $66,522, Massachusetts $65,635. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Peer Counselor roles make?

Salaries for Peer Counselor level roles vary by specialization: Wic Breastfeeding Peer Counselor: $109,160; Breastfeeding Peer Counselor: $106,821; Certified Peer Counselor: $98,039; FBH Peer Counselor: $75,807; Peer Educator: $69,016.

Peer Counselor Salary in Delaware

How much does a Peer Counselor make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Peer Counselor in Delaware is $61,076 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $29.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $76,126
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $53,341 to $68,954
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $46,298

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Peer Counselor Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$68,954	$5,746	$1,326	$33
Average	$61,076	$5,090	$1,175	$29
25th Percentile	$53,341	$4,445	$1,026	$26

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Key Factors That Influence Peer Counselor Salaries

A Peer 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 Peer 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 Peer Counselors. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $66,775.
California: $66,522.
Massachusetts: $65,635.

District of Columbia $66,775 California $66,522 Massachusetts $65,635 Washington $65,394 New Jersey $65,370 Alaska $65,285 Connecticut $64,453 New York $64,115

Hawaii $63,036 Rhode Island $62,529 Maryland $62,185 Minnesota $61,715 Colorado $61,534 Illinois $61,474 Oregon $61,245 Delaware $61,076

New Hampshire $60,970 Virginia $60,732 Pennsylvania $60,038 Nevada $59,689 North Dakota $59,574 Michigan $59,393 Wisconsin $59,327 Vermont $59,194

Texas $58,826 Maine $58,802 Arizona $58,766 Ohio $58,724 Georgia $58,169 Indiana $57,891 Wyoming $57,837 Utah $57,753

Iowa $57,716 Kansas $57,427 Louisiana $57,343 North Carolina $57,312 Missouri $57,300 Florida $57,065 Montana $56,938 Nebraska $56,818

Kentucky $56,752 South Carolina $56,510 Tennessee $56,360 Idaho $56,299 New Mexico $55,859 Oklahoma $55,762 Alabama $55,407 South Dakota $54,810

Arkansas $54,484 West Virginia $54,309 Mississippi $53,784

Top Paying Cities for Peer 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: $60,801
Little Creek: $61,246
Magnolia: $61,158

Lincoln, DE $60,801 Little Creek, DE $61,246 Magnolia, DE $61,158 Milford, DE $60,955 Marydel, DE $61,055 Millsboro, DE $60,546 Millville, DE $60,639 Milton, DE $60,744

Nassau, DE $60,788 Ocean View, DE $60,629 Rehoboth Beach, DE $60,745 Seaford, DE $60,780 Selbyville, DE $60,528 Smyrna, DE $61,288 Viola, DE $61,006 Woodside, DE $61,170

Bear, DE $61,029 Newark, DE $61,006 Claymont, DE $61,131 Delaware City, DE $61,067 Hockessin, DE $61,000 Kirkwood, DE $61,055 Middletown, DE $61,079 Montchanin, DE $61,014

New Castle, DE $61,023 Odessa, DE $61,109 Port Penn, DE $61,150 Rockland, DE $61,020 Saint Georges, DE $61,059 Townsend, DE $61,154 Winterthur, DE $61,027 Lewes, DE $60,768

Wilmington, DE $61,003 Dover, DE $61,246 Dover Afb, DE $60,923 Bethany Beach, DE $60,565 Bethel, DE $60,628 Bridgeville, DE $60,771 Camden Wyoming, DE $61,073 Cheswold, DE $61,226

Clayton, DE $61,228 Dagsboro, DE $60,523 Delmar, DE $60,426 Ellendale, DE $60,609 Felton, DE $60,950 Fenwick Island, DE $60,536 Frankford, DE $60,430 Frederica, DE $61,011

Georgetown, DE $60,500 Greenwood, DE $60,780 Harbeson, DE $60,564 Harrington, DE $60,873 Hartly, DE $61,062 Houston, DE $60,786 Kenton, DE $61,231 Laurel, DE $60,464

Yorklyn, DE $61,018

Peer Counselor Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Peer 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, Healthcare, offers compensation 15% above the average. Conversely, Peer Counselor positions in Edu., Government & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Peer Counselor as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Peer Counselor

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare	$70,237	$34.0	15%

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

Understanding how a Peer 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.

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$53,341

Average $61,076/year

$68,954

$4,445

Average $5,090/month

$5,746

$1,026

Average $1,175/week

$1,326

$26

Average $29/hour

$33

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$68,954	$5,746	$1,326	$33
Average	$61,076	$5,090	$1,175	$29
25th Percentile	$53,341	$4,445	$1,026	$26

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