Licensed Counselor Salary in Charlotte, NC

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How much does a Licensed Counselor make in Charlotte, NC?

As of March 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Licensed Counselor in Charlotte, NC is $63,733. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $47,724 to a high of $82,457, with most professionals earning between $55,354 and $73,534.

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Average Salary Range for Licensed Counselor in Charlotte, NC

Average Base Salary

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What is the average salary for Licensed Counselor in 2025?
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Licensed Counselor in Charlotte, NC. The base salary for Licensed Counselor ranges from $55,354 to $73,534 with the average base salary of $63,733. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $55,354 to $73,534 with the average total cash compensation of $63,733.

View Average Salary for Licensed Counselor as table

Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $63,733 $55,354 - $73,534
Bonus $0 $0 - $0
Total Pay $63,733 $55,354 - $73,534
* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.
* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

Licensed Counselor Salary Near Charlotte, NC

CITY, STATE AVERAGE SALARY RANGE COMPARE TO Charlotte, NC
CITY, STATE Concord, NC AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $54,711 - $72,681 COMPARE TO Charlotte, NC
CITY, STATE Kannapolis, NC AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $54,022 - $71,766 COMPARE TO Charlotte, NC
CITY, STATE Gastonia, NC AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $55,976 - $74,361 COMPARE TO Charlotte, NC
CITY, STATE Rock Hill, SC AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $56,170 - $74,618 COMPARE TO Charlotte, NC
CITY, STATE Salisbury, NC AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $54,155 - $71,942 COMPARE TO Charlotte, NC
CITY, STATE Hickory, NC AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $55,367 - $73,552 COMPARE TO Charlotte, NC
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About Charlotte, North Carolina    Charlotte (/ˈʃɑːrlət/) is the most populous city in the U.S. state of North Carolina. Located in the Piedmont, it is the county seat of Mecklenburg Co....More

Charlotte, North Carolina  area prices were up 1.5% from a year ago

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