What are the main factors that influence an Academic Counselor's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change An Academic Counselor's salary?

An Academic Counselor's salary grows with experience: starting around $56,894 for beginners, reaching about $59,490 at mid-level, and approach $63,147 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for an Academic Counselor?

Academic Counselor salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Academic Counselor roles are District of Columbia $59,490, California $59,265, Massachusetts $58,475. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Academic Counselor roles make?

Salaries for Academic Counselor level roles vary by specialization: Academic Counselor Lead: $54,927; Academic Records Counselor: $54,681; College Academic Counselor: $54,300; Academic Counselor - Higher Ed.: $54,300; University Academic Counselor: $54,290.

Academic Counselor Salary in District of Columbia

How much does an Academic Counselor make in District of Columbia?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for an Academic Counselor in District of Columbia is $59,490 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $29.

However, an Academic Counselor's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $75,327
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $53,371 to $67,780
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $47,800

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Academic Counselor Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$67,780	$5,648	$1,303	$33
Average	$59,490	$4,958	$1,144	$29
25th Percentile	$53,371	$4,448	$1,026	$26

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Key Factors That Influence Academic Counselor Salaries

An Academic Counselor's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Academic Counselor Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Academic Counselor's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $56,894
Early Career (1-2 years): $57,074
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $59,490
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $62,904
Expert (over 8 years): $63,147

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Academic Counselor	$56,894
Intermediate Level Academic Counselor	$57,074
Senior Level Academic Counselor	$59,490
Specialist Level Academic Counselor	$62,904
Expert Level Academic Counselor	$63,147

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How Do Academic Counselor Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Academic Counselors. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $59,490.
California: $59,265.
Massachusetts: $58,475.

District of Columbia $59,490 California $59,265 Massachusetts $58,475 Washington $58,260 New Jersey $58,238 Alaska $58,163 Connecticut $57,422 New York $57,121

Hawaii $56,159 Rhode Island $55,708 Maryland $55,402 Minnesota $54,982 Colorado $54,821 Illinois $54,767 Oregon $54,563 Delaware $54,413

New Hampshire $54,318 Virginia $54,107 Pennsylvania $53,489 Nevada $53,177 North Dakota $53,075 Michigan $52,914 Wisconsin $52,855 Vermont $52,736

Texas $52,409 Maine $52,387 Arizona $52,355 Ohio $52,317 Georgia $51,823 Indiana $51,576 Wyoming $51,528 Utah $51,452

Iowa $51,420 Kansas $51,162 Louisiana $51,087 North Carolina $51,060 Missouri $51,049 Florida $50,840 Montana $50,727 Nebraska $50,620

Kentucky $50,560 South Carolina $50,345 Tennessee $50,211 Idaho $50,157 New Mexico $49,765 Oklahoma $49,679 Alabama $49,362 South Dakota $48,830

Arkansas $48,540 West Virginia $48,384 Mississippi $47,917

Top Paying Cities for Academic Counselors

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Parcel Return Service: $59,490
Washington: $59,490
Naval Anacost Annex: $59,490

Parcel Return Service, DC $59,490 Washington, DC $59,490 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $59,490 Washington Navy Yard, DC $59,490

Academic Counselor Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Academic Counselor's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on January 01, 2026

$53,371

Average $59,490/year

$67,780

$4,448

Average $4,958/month

$5,648

$1,026

Average $1,144/week

$1,303

$26

Average $29/hour

$33

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$67,780	$5,648	$1,303	$33
Average	$59,490	$4,958	$1,144	$29
25th Percentile	$53,371	$4,448	$1,026	$26

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