What are the main factors that influence an Elementary School 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 Elementary School Counselor?

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

How does experience change An Elementary School Counselor's salary?

An Elementary School Counselor's salary grows with experience: a School Counselor (0-2 years)earns $45,173, a Elementary School Counselor (10+ years)earns $57,528, an Academic Advising Director (10+ years)earns $71,805,

What are the highest paying states for an Elementary School Counselor?

Elementary School Counselor salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Elementary School Counselor roles are District of Columbia $67,131, California $66,876, Massachusetts $65,985. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Elementary School Counselor roles make?

Salaries for Elementary School Counselor level roles vary by specialization: Private Elementary School Principal: $114,502; Elementary School Principal: $105,261; Elementary School Assistant Principal: $97,457; Guidance Counselor, Elementary School: $68,983; Elementary School Music Teacher: $63,776.

Elementary School Counselor Salary in Wyoming

How much does an Elementary School Counselor make in Wyoming?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Elementary School Counselor in Wyoming is $58,145 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $28.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $74,170
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $51,293 to $66,533
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $45,054

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Elementary School Counselor Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$66,533	$5,544	$1,279	$32
Average	$58,145	$4,845	$1,118	$28
25th Percentile	$51,293	$4,274	$986	$25

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Key Factors That Influence Elementary School Counselor Salaries

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

District of Columbia: $67,131.
California: $66,876.
Massachusetts: $65,985.

District of Columbia $67,131 California $66,876 Massachusetts $65,985 Washington $65,742 New Jersey $65,718 Alaska $65,633 Connecticut $64,796 New York $64,457

Hawaii $63,372 Rhode Island $62,862 Maryland $62,517 Minnesota $62,044 Colorado $61,862 Illinois $61,801 Oregon $61,571 Delaware $61,401

New Hampshire $61,294 Virginia $61,056 Pennsylvania $60,358 Nevada $60,007 North Dakota $59,891 Michigan $59,710 Wisconsin $59,643 Vermont $59,509

Texas $59,140 Maine $59,115 Arizona $59,079 Ohio $59,037 Georgia $58,479 Indiana $58,200 Wyoming $58,145 Utah $58,060

Iowa $58,024 Kansas $57,733 Louisiana $57,648 North Carolina $57,618 Missouri $57,606 Florida $57,369 Montana $57,242 Nebraska $57,121

Kentucky $57,054 South Carolina $56,811 Tennessee $56,660 Idaho $56,599 New Mexico $56,157 Oklahoma $56,060 Alabama $55,702 South Dakota $55,102

Arkansas $54,774 West Virginia $54,598 Mississippi $54,071

Top Paying Cities for Elementary School 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:

Medicine Bow: $59,112
Saratoga: $59,284
Savery: $59,285

Medicine Bow, WY $59,112 Saratoga, WY $59,284 Savery, WY $59,285 Sinclair, WY $59,201 Walcott, WY $59,112 Wamsutter, WY $59,137 Worland, WY $59,323 Basin, WY $59,314

Burlington, WY $59,273 Byron, WY $59,324 Cody, WY $59,163 Cowley, WY $59,226 Deaver, WY $59,169 Emblem, WY $59,295 Frannie, WY $59,202 Greybull, WY $59,294

Hyattville, WY $59,181 Kirby, WY $59,363 Lovell, WY $59,220 Manderson, WY $59,207 Meeteetse, WY $59,194 Otto, WY $59,239 Powell, WY $59,227 Ralston, WY $59,398

Shell, WY $59,112 Ten Sleep, WY $59,166 Thermopolis, WY $59,278 Wapiti, WY $59,149 Riverton, WY $59,383 Arapahoe, WY $59,382 Crowheart, WY $59,177 Dubois, WY $59,228

Fort Washakie, WY $59,360 Hudson, WY $59,445 Kinnear, WY $59,243 Lander, WY $59,333 Pavillion, WY $59,252 Saint Stephens, WY $59,381 Casper, WY $57,878 Shirley Basin, WY $58,527

Alcova, WY $58,818 Arminto, WY $59,026 Douglas, WY $59,055 Edgerton, WY $58,961 Evansville, WY $57,878 Glenrock, WY $58,104 Hiland, WY $59,026 Kaycee, WY $59,109

Linch, WY $59,107 Lysite, WY $59,080 Midwest, WY $58,952 Mills, WY $57,878 Natrona, WY $58,127 Powder River, WY $58,481 Shoshoni, WY $59,220 Newcastle, WY $58,943

Aladdin, WY $58,876 Alva, WY $58,923 Beulah, WY $58,942 Devils Tower, WY $59,100 Four Corners, WY $58,440 Gillette, WY $59,238 Hulett, WY $59,003 Moorcroft, WY $59,177

Osage, WY $58,947 Recluse, WY $59,001 Rozet, WY $59,206 Sundance, WY $59,038 Upton, WY $59,069 Weston, WY $58,999 Wright, WY $59,289 Sheridan, WY $59,304

Arvada, WY $59,018 Banner, WY $59,225 Big Horn, WY $59,194 Buffalo, WY $59,226 Clearmont, WY $59,066 Dayton, WY $59,133 Leiter, WY $59,097 Parkman, WY $59,091

Ranchester, WY $59,192 Saddlestring, WY $59,224 Story, WY $59,392 Wolf, WY $59,126 Wyarno, WY $59,081 Rock Springs, WY $59,357 Bondurant, WY $59,185 Boulder, WY $59,189

Cora, WY $59,177 Evanston, WY $59,207 Farson, WY $59,289 Fort Bridger, WY $59,297 Granger, WY $59,351 Green River, WY $59,448 Lonetree, WY $59,094 Lyman, WY $59,385

Mc Kinnon, WY $59,109 Mountain View, WY $59,336 Pinedale, WY $59,343 Point Of Rocks, WY $59,268 Reliance, WY $59,278 Robertson, WY $59,160 Superior, WY $59,219 Jackson, WY $59,027

Kelly, WY $59,022 Moose, WY $58,990 Moran, WY $58,807 Wilson, WY $58,972 Teton Village, WY $58,996 Kemmerer, WY $59,100 Afton, WY $59,242 Auburn, WY $59,070

Bedford, WY $58,945 Big Piney, WY $59,215 Cokeville, WY $58,896 Daniel, WY $59,123 Diamondville, WY $59,447 Etna, WY $58,689 Fairview, WY $59,132 Freedom, WY $58,582

Frontier, WY $59,191 Grover, WY $59,075 La Barge, WY $59,302 Opal, WY $59,247 Smoot, WY $59,217 Thayne, WY $58,844 Alpine, WY $58,679 Alta, WY $58,252

Yoder, WY $59,092 Rawlins, WY $59,284 Jeffrey City, WY $59,154 Baggs, WY $59,417 Bairoil, WY $59,306 Dixon, WY $59,484 Elk Mountain, WY $59,036 Encampment, WY $59,312

Hanna, WY $59,167 Little America, WY $59,338 Cheyenne, WY $58,212 Fe Warren Afb, WY $58,213 Albin, WY $58,956 Bosler, WY $56,872 Buford, WY $58,331 Burns, WY $58,769

Carpenter, WY $58,785 Centennial, WY $58,020 Garrett, WY $59,025 Granite Canon, WY $58,653 Hillsdale, WY $58,576 Horse Creek, WY $57,875 Jelm, WY $59,341 Laramie, WY $56,872

Meriden, WY $58,802 Pine Bluffs, WY $59,066 Rock River, WY $57,615 Tie Siding, WY $58,445 Yellowstone National Park, WY $58,770 Wheatland, WY $59,089 Chugwater, WY $58,910 Fort Laramie, WY $59,098

Glendo, WY $59,128 Guernsey, WY $59,272 Hartville, WY $59,164 Hawk Springs, WY $58,960 Huntley, WY $59,087 Jay Em, WY $59,013 Lagrange, WY $58,984 Lance Creek, WY $58,974

Lingle, WY $59,146 Lost Springs, WY $59,032 Lusk, WY $59,024 Manville, WY $59,050 Shawnee, WY $59,032 Torrington, WY $59,130 Van Tassell, WY $58,969 Veteran, WY $59,111

Elementary School Counselor Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Elementary School 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, Elementary School Counselor positions in Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Elementary School Counselor as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Elementary School Counselor

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Government	$65,413	$31.0	12%
Education	$61,052	$29.0	5%

Elementary School Counselor Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Elementary School 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

$51,293

Average $58,145/year

$66,533

$4,274

Average $4,845/month

$5,544

$986

Average $1,118/week

$1,279

$25

Average $28/hour

$32

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$66,533	$5,544	$1,279	$32
Average	$58,145	$4,845	$1,118	$28
25th Percentile	$51,293	$4,274	$986	$25

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