Licensed Counselor Salary in Scranton, PA

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How much does a Licensed Counselor make in Scranton, PA?

As of March 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Licensed Counselor in Scranton, PA is $62,157. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $46,543 to a high of $80,417, with most professionals earning between $53,984 and $71,715.

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Average Salary Range for Licensed Counselor in Scranton, PA

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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 Scranton, PA. The base salary for Licensed Counselor ranges from $53,984 to $71,715 with the average base salary of $62,157. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $53,984 to $71,715 with the average total cash compensation of $62,157.

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Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $62,157 $53,984 - $71,715
Bonus $0 $0 - $0
Total Pay $62,157 $53,984 - $71,715
* 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 Scranton, PA

CITY, STATE AVERAGE SALARY RANGE COMPARE TO Scranton, PA
CITY, STATE Stroudsburg, PA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $58,541 - $77,769 COMPARE TO Scranton, PA
CITY, STATE Binghamton, NY AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $54,999 - $73,063 COMPARE TO Scranton, PA
CITY, STATE Easton, PA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $57,419 - $76,279 COMPARE TO Scranton, PA
CITY, STATE Bethlehem, PA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $57,511 - $76,400 COMPARE TO Scranton, PA
CITY, STATE Allentown, PA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $57,511 - $76,400 COMPARE TO Scranton, PA
CITY, STATE Williamsport, PA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $54,380 - $72,241 COMPARE TO Scranton, PA
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About Scranton, Pennsylvania    Scranton is the sixth-largest city in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. It is the county seat and largest city of Lackawanna County in Northeastern Pe....More

Scranton, Pennsylvania  area prices were up 1.5% from a year ago

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