As of July 01, 2026, the average hourly pay of Residential Counselor in the United States is $36. While Salary.com is seeing that Residential Counselor salary in the US can go up to $39 or down to $27, but most earn between $32 and $38. Salary.com shows the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Residential Counselor in the United States.
| Percentile | Hourly Pay Rate | Location | Last Updated |
| 10th Percentile Residential Counselor Salary | $27 | US | July 01, 2026 |
| 25th Percentile Residential Counselor Salary | $32 | US | July 01, 2026 |
| 50th Percentile Residential Counselor Salary | $36 | US | July 01, 2026 |
| 75th Percentile Residential Counselor Salary | $38 | US | July 01, 2026 |
| 90th Percentile Residential Counselor Salary | $39 | US | July 01, 2026 |
A mental health counselor (MHC), or counselor, is a person who works with individuals and groups to promote optimum mental and emotional health. They may help individuals deal with issues associated with addictions and substance abuse; family, parenting, and marital problems; stress management; self-esteem; and aging. This title excludes "Social Workers", "Psychiatrists", and "Psychologists"....
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See user submitted job responsibilities for Residential Counselor.
5 + years experience
Bachelor's Degree
Bachelor's Degree
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Core compensation
Includes base and short-term incentives
Skills associated with Residential Counselor: Planning, Community, Resident
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