How much does a counselor make in Arizona?
$59,910a year
Median yearly pay for counselors in Arizona. That is $28.80 an hour or $4,993 a month.
- Hourly
- $28.80
- Vs. national median
- +18%
- Rank among states
- 14 of 44
- Jobs in the state
- 110
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $47,910Median: $59,910Highest 10%: $78,250
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $47,910 | $23.03 | |
| 25th | $52,210 | $25.10 | |
| Median | $59,910 | $28.80 | |
| 75th | $64,920 | $31.21 | |
| 90th | $78,250 | $37.62 |
Cities in Arizona
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Phoenix, AZ | $56,690 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for counselors.
| 11. Hawaii | $65,470 |
| 12. Maine | $62,190 |
| 13. Iowa | $61,080 |
| 14. Arizona | $59,910 |
| 15. Pennsylvania | $59,160 |
| 16. New York | $58,500 |
| 17. Massachusetts | $58,240 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a counselor make an hour in Arizona?
The median hourly pay in Arizona is $28.80 ($59,910 a year).
Do counselors make more in Arizona than the national average?
Yes: $59,910 against $50,860 nationally, 18% more.
Where does Arizona rank for counselor pay?
Arizona ranks 14 of 44 states.
Which city in Arizona pays counselors the most?
Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ, with a median of $56,690 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.