As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Camp Counselor in the US is $51,365, equivalent to $25 per hour, $988 weekly, or $4,280 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Camp Counselor in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Camp Counselor in the US vary widely, spanning from $40,139 to $64,078. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($45,489) and 75th percentile ($58,020), while top earners (90th percentile) make $64,078 per year. This $12,531 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Coaching or Exploration, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, District of Columbia Camp Counselor often earn 10.7% above national averages due to demand from Fortune 42 companies and industry startups. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Camp Counselor Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Camp Counselor Salary $40,139 US January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Camp Counselor Salary $45,489 US January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Camp Counselor Salary $51,365 US January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Camp Counselor Salary $58,020 US January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Camp Counselor Salary $64,078 US January 01, 2026
25% $45,489 10% $40,139 90% $64,078 75% $58,020 $51,365 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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