As of July 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Residential Counselor in Idaho is $70,360, equivalent to $34 per hour, $1,353 weekly, or $5,863 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Residential Counselor in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Residential Counselor in Idaho vary widely, spanning from $53,245 to $75,481. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($61,401) and 75th percentile ($73,041), while top earners (90th percentile) make $75,481 per year. This $11,640 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Planning or Medication Administration, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Idaho Residential Counselor often earn 6.7% lower than national averages due to demand from Fortune 63 companies. However, Idaho currently ranks 44 nationwide for Residential Counselor job salary. 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
Residential Counselor Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Residential Counselor Salary $53,245 ID July 01, 2026
25th Percentile Residential Counselor Salary $61,401 ID July 01, 2026
50th Percentile Residential Counselor Salary $70,360 ID July 01, 2026
75th Percentile Residential Counselor Salary $73,041 ID July 01, 2026
90th Percentile Residential Counselor Salary $75,481 ID July 01, 2026
25% $61,401 10% $53,245 90% $75,481 75% $73,041 $70,360 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What is a Residential Counselor ?

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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Location Aberdeen, ID Avg. Salary $75,094 Date Updated July 01, 2026
Location Ahsahka, ID Avg. Salary $77,314 Date Updated July 01, 2026
Location Albion, ID Avg. Salary $77,204 Date Updated July 01, 2026
Location Almo, ID Avg. Salary $77,230 Date Updated July 01, 2026
Location American Falls, ID Avg. Salary $76,386 Date Updated July 01, 2026
Location Arbon, ID Avg. Salary $75,097 Date Updated July 01, 2026
Location Arco, ID Avg. Salary $77,120 Date Updated July 01, 2026
Location Arimo, ID Avg. Salary $74,919 Date Updated July 01, 2026
Location Ashton, ID Avg. Salary $77,394 Date Updated July 01, 2026
Location Athol, ID Avg. Salary $81,295 Date Updated July 01, 2026
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