How much does a counselor make in Charlotte?
$56,350a year
Median yearly pay for counselors in the Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia, NC-SC metro area. That is $27.09 an hour or $4,696 a month.
- Hourly
- $27.09
- Vs. national median
- +11%
- Rank among cities
- 35 of 100
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $46,740Median: $56,350Highest 10%: $77,840
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $46,740 | $22.47 | |
| 25th | $50,770 | $24.41 | |
| Median | $56,350 | $27.09 | |
| 75th | $61,090 | $29.37 | |
| 90th | $77,840 | $37.42 |
Other cities in North Carolina
Median yearly pay for counselors.
| Virginia Beach, VA | $60,010 |
| Durham, NC | $57,030 |
| Raleigh, NC | $52,920 |
Related jobs in Charlotte
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Social Worker | $69,300 |
| Healthcare Social Worker | $66,410 |
| Director | $63,650 |
| Probation Officer and Correctional Treatment Specialist | $62,220 |
| Child | $60,950 |
| Clergy | $60,760 |
| Educational | $59,530 |
| Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Worker | $58,090 |
| Substance Abuse | $56,130 |
| Community and Social Service Specialist | $54,820 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a counselor make an hour in Charlotte?
The median hourly pay in the Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia, NC-SC metro area is $27.09 ($56,350 a year).
Do counselors make more in Charlotte than the national average?
Yes: $56,350 against $50,860 nationally, 11% more.
How does Charlotte compare with the rest of North Carolina?
The median in North Carolina is $52,280, so Charlotte pays 8% more.
Where does Charlotte rank for counselor pay?
35 of 100 metro areas with data.
How much does a counselor make starting out in Charlotte?
The lowest-paid 10% make $46,740 or less a year; the top 10% make $77,840 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.