As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Housing Counselor in the US is $41,103, equivalent to $20 per hour, $790 weekly, or $3,425 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Housing Counselor in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Housing Counselor in the US vary widely, spanning from $32,737 to $51,628. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($36,724) and 75th percentile ($46,612), while top earners (90th percentile) make $51,628 per year. This $9,888 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Customer Service or Resident Service, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, District of Columbia Housing Counselor often earn 10.7% above national averages due to demand from Fortune 57 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
Housing Counselor Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Housing Counselor Salary $32,737 US August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Housing Counselor Salary $36,724 US August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Housing Counselor Salary $41,103 US August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Housing Counselor Salary $46,612 US August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Housing Counselor Salary $51,628 US August 01, 2026
25% $36,724 10% $32,737 90% $51,628 75% $46,612 $41,103 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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  1. This Job:

    Housing Counselor

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

  2. Up a level:

    Housing Program Manager

    4 - 7 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Housing Counselor in the United States. The base salary for Housing Counselor ranges from $36,724 to $46,612 with the average base salary of $41,103. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $34,586 to $48,336 with the average total cash compensation of $40,825.

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