How much does a counselor make in Austin?
$54,240a year
Median yearly pay for counselors in the Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos, TX metro area. That is $26.08 an hour or $4,520 a month.
- Hourly
- $26.08
- Vs. national median
- +7%
- Rank among cities
- 42 of 100
- Jobs in the area
- 270
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $31,200Median: $54,240Highest 10%: $76,020
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $31,200 | $15.00 | |
| 25th | $44,080 | $21.19 | |
| Median | $54,240 | $26.08 | |
| 75th | $61,960 | $29.79 | |
| 90th | $76,020 | $36.55 |
Other cities in Texas
Median yearly pay for counselors.
| San Antonio, TX | $59,430 |
| Houston, TX | $54,450 |
| Dallas, TX | $52,340 |
| McAllen, TX | $44,590 |
| El Paso, TX | $43,320 |
Related jobs in Austin
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Healthcare Social Worker | $76,020 |
| Health Education Specialist | $71,340 |
| Substance Abuse | $66,780 |
| Probation Officer and Correctional Treatment Specialist | $63,150 |
| Clergy | $62,670 |
| Social Worker | $61,690 |
| Educational | $61,570 |
| Child | $58,640 |
| Community and Social Service Specialist | $52,530 |
| Community Health Worker | $51,010 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a counselor make an hour in Austin?
The median hourly pay in the Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos, TX metro area is $26.08 ($54,240 a year).
Do counselors make more in Austin than the national average?
Yes: $54,240 against $50,860 nationally, 7% more.
How does Austin compare with the rest of Texas?
The median in Texas is $54,450, so Austin pays 0% more.
Where does Austin rank for counselor pay?
42 of 100 metro areas with data.
How much does a counselor make starting out in Austin?
The lowest-paid 10% make $31,200 or less a year; the top 10% make $76,020 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.