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

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Licensed Counselor in Raleigh, NC is $64,484. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $48,290 to a high of $83,436, with most professionals earning between $56,007 and $74,404.

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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 Raleigh, NC. The base salary for Licensed Counselor ranges from $56,007 to $74,404 with the average base salary of $64,484. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $56,007 to $74,404 with the average total cash compensation of $64,484.
Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $64,484 $56,007 - $74,404
Bonus $0 $0 - $0
Total Pay $64,484 $56,007 - $74,404
* 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.
CITY, STATE AVERAGE SALARY RANGE COMPARE TO Raleigh, NC
CITY, STATE Cary, NC AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $56,007 - $74,404 COMPARE TO Raleigh, NC 0%
CITY, STATE Durham, NC AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $55,614 - $73,881 COMPARE TO Raleigh, NC
CITY, STATE Chapel Hill, NC AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $54,906 - $72,941 COMPARE TO Raleigh, NC
CITY, STATE Wilson, NC AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $55,608 - $73,873 COMPARE TO Raleigh, NC
CITY, STATE Rocky Mount, NC AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $55,608 - $73,873 COMPARE TO Raleigh, NC
CITY, STATE Burlington, NC AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $52,864 - $70,228 COMPARE TO Raleigh, NC
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JOB TITLE LOCATION MINIMUM SALARY MAXIMUM SALARY
JOB TITLE Licensed Professional Counselor (LCPC) LOCATION Raleigh, NC MINIMUM SALARY $67,890 MAXIMUM SALARY $84,020
JOB TITLE Licensed Clinical Counselor LOCATION Raleigh, NC MINIMUM SALARY $68,567 MAXIMUM SALARY $84,787
JOB TITLE Licensed Professional Counselor LOCATION Raleigh, NC MINIMUM SALARY $56,007 MAXIMUM SALARY $74,404
JOB TITLE Licensed Addiction Counselor LOCATION Raleigh, NC MINIMUM SALARY $36,629 MAXIMUM SALARY $49,988
JOB TITLE Licensed Associate Counselor LOCATION Raleigh, NC MINIMUM SALARY $37,994 MAXIMUM SALARY $59,857
JOB TITLE Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) LOCATION Raleigh, NC MINIMUM SALARY $65,027 MAXIMUM SALARY $80,753
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About Raleigh, North Carolina    According to the United States Census Bureau, Raleigh occupies a total area of 144.0 square miles (373.0 km2), of which 142 square miles (369 km2) is ....More

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