How much does a counselor make in Atlanta?
$79,490a year
Median yearly pay for counselors in the Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA metro area. That is $38.22 an hour or $6,624 a month.
- Hourly
- $38.22
- Vs. national median
- +56%
- Rank among cities
- 6 of 100
- Jobs in the area
- 440
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $43,680Median: $79,490Highest 10%: $111,800
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $43,680 | $21.00 | |
| 25th | $69,960 | $33.63 | |
| Median | $79,490 | $38.22 | |
| 75th | $94,360 | $45.37 | |
| 90th | $111,800 | $53.73 |
Other cities in Georgia
Median yearly pay for counselors.
| Chattanooga, TN | $53,110 |
Related jobs in Atlanta
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Health Education Specialist | $112,500 |
| Marriage and Family Therapist | $101,500 |
| Director | $93,120 |
| Educational | $67,730 |
| Social Worker | $67,260 |
| Healthcare Social Worker | $65,280 |
| Clergy | $65,150 |
| Probation Officer and Correctional Treatment Specialist | $61,270 |
| Substance Abuse | $60,880 |
| Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Worker | $58,500 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a counselor make an hour in Atlanta?
The median hourly pay in the Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA metro area is $38.22 ($79,490 a year).
Do counselors make more in Atlanta than the national average?
Yes: $79,490 against $50,860 nationally, 56% more.
How does Atlanta compare with the rest of Georgia?
The median in Georgia is $79,490, so Atlanta pays 0% more.
Where does Atlanta rank for counselor pay?
6 of 100 metro areas with data.
How much does a counselor make starting out in Atlanta?
The lowest-paid 10% make $43,680 or less a year; the top 10% make $111,800 or more.
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.