How much does a Children Counselor make?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Children Counselor in the United States is $71,854. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $58,099 to a high of $87,445, with most professionals earning between $64,654 and $80,015.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Children Counselor Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Children Counselor Salary $58,099 US April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Children Counselor Salary $64,654 US April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Children Counselor Salary $71,854 US April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Children Counselor Salary $80,015 US April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Children Counselor Salary $87,445 US April 01, 2025
25% $64,654 10% $58,099 90% $87,445 75% $80,015 $71,854 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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