What are the main factors that influence an Adjustment 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 Adjustment Counselor?

The Business Services industry offers the highest average compensation for Adjustment Counselor roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change An Adjustment Counselor's salary?

An Adjustment Counselor's salary grows with experience: a Adjustment Counselor (0-0 years)earns $65,146, a Psychologist - M.A. (7+ years)earns $96,248, a Psychologist - Ph.D. (7-10 years)earns $131,723, a Psychological Services Director (10+ years)earns $127,766,

What are the highest paying states for an Adjustment Counselor?

Adjustment Counselor salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Adjustment Counselor roles are District of Columbia $71,888, California $71,615, Massachusetts $70,661. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Adjustment Counselor roles make?

Salaries for Adjustment Counselor level roles vary by specialization: Risk Adjustment Coder: $95,474; Adjustment Specialist: $86,506; risk adjustment coding: $62,428; School Adjustment Counselor: $55,789; Adjustment Technician: $51,611.

Adjustment Counselor Salary in Delaware

How much does an Adjustment Counselor make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Adjustment Counselor in Delaware is $65,752 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $32.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $81,505
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $60,424 to $73,998
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $55,572

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Adjustment Counselor Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$73,998	$6,166	$1,423	$36
Average	$65,752	$5,479	$1,264	$32
25th Percentile	$60,424	$5,035	$1,162	$29

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Key Factors That Influence Adjustment Counselor Salaries

An Adjustment 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 Adjustment 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 Adjustment Counselors. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $71,888.
California: $71,615.
Massachusetts: $70,661.

District of Columbia $71,888 California $71,615 Massachusetts $70,661 Washington $70,401 New Jersey $70,375 Alaska $70,284 Connecticut $69,388 New York $69,025

Hawaii $67,862 Rhode Island $67,317 Maryland $66,947 Minnesota $66,441 Colorado $66,246 Illinois $66,181 Oregon $65,934 Delaware $65,752

New Hampshire $65,638 Virginia $65,382 Pennsylvania $64,636 Nevada $64,259 North Dakota $64,136 Michigan $63,941 Wisconsin $63,869 Vermont $63,727

Texas $63,330 Maine $63,305 Arizona $63,266 Ohio $63,220 Georgia $62,623 Indiana $62,324 Wyoming $62,266 Utah $62,175

Iowa $62,136 Kansas $61,824 Louisiana $61,733 North Carolina $61,701 Missouri $61,688 Florida $61,435 Montana $61,298 Nebraska $61,168

Kentucky $61,097 South Carolina $60,837 Tennessee $60,675 Idaho $60,610 New Mexico $60,136 Oklahoma $60,032 Alabama $59,649 South Dakota $59,006

Arkansas $58,656 West Virginia $58,467 Mississippi $57,903

Top Paying Cities for Adjustment 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: $65,456
Little Creek: $65,935
Magnolia: $65,841

Lincoln, DE $65,456 Little Creek, DE $65,935 Magnolia, DE $65,841 Milford, DE $65,622 Marydel, DE $65,730 Millsboro, DE $65,182 Millville, DE $65,282 Milton, DE $65,395

Nassau, DE $65,443 Ocean View, DE $65,271 Rehoboth Beach, DE $65,396 Seaford, DE $65,433 Selbyville, DE $65,163 Smyrna, DE $65,981 Viola, DE $65,677 Woodside, DE $65,854

Bear, DE $65,702 Newark, DE $65,677 Claymont, DE $65,811 Delaware City, DE $65,743 Hockessin, DE $65,671 Kirkwood, DE $65,730 Middletown, DE $65,756 Montchanin, DE $65,686

New Castle, DE $65,696 Odessa, DE $65,788 Port Penn, DE $65,832 Rockland, DE $65,693 Saint Georges, DE $65,735 Townsend, DE $65,836 Winterthur, DE $65,700 Lewes, DE $65,421

Wilmington, DE $65,674 Dover, DE $65,935 Dover Afb, DE $65,588 Bethany Beach, DE $65,202 Bethel, DE $65,270 Bridgeville, DE $65,424 Camden Wyoming, DE $65,750 Cheswold, DE $65,914

Clayton, DE $65,916 Dagsboro, DE $65,157 Delmar, DE $65,052 Ellendale, DE $65,250 Felton, DE $65,617 Fenwick Island, DE $65,171 Frankford, DE $65,058 Frederica, DE $65,682

Georgetown, DE $65,132 Greenwood, DE $65,434 Harbeson, DE $65,202 Harrington, DE $65,534 Hartly, DE $65,738 Houston, DE $65,441 Kenton, DE $65,919 Laurel, DE $65,093

Yorklyn, DE $65,691

Adjustment Counselor Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Adjustment 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, Business Services, offers compensation 20% above the average. Conversely, Adjustment Counselor positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Adjustment Counselor as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for an Adjustment Counselor

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Business Services	$78,903	$38.0	20%

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

Understanding how an Adjustment 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 August 01, 2026

$60,424

Average $65,752/year

$73,998

$5,035

Average $5,479/month

$6,166

$1,162

Average $1,264/week

$1,423

$29

Average $32/hour

$36

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$73,998	$6,166	$1,423	$36
Average	$65,752	$5,479	$1,264	$32
25th Percentile	$60,424	$5,035	$1,162	$29

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Adjustment Counselor Salary in Delaware

How much does an Adjustment Counselor make in Delaware?

Key Factors That Influence Adjustment Counselor Salaries

How Do Adjustment Counselor Salaries Vary from State to State?

Top Paying Cities for Adjustment Counselors

Adjustment Counselor Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

The top paying industry for an Adjustment Counselor

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

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