How much does a counselor make in Colorado Springs?
$66,910a year
Median yearly pay for counselors in the Colorado Springs, CO metro area. That is $32.17 an hour or $5,576 a month.
- Hourly
- $32.17
- Vs. national median
- +32%
- Rank among cities
- 15 of 100
- Jobs in the area
- 50
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $39,160Median: $66,910Highest 10%: $79,570
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $39,160 | $18.83 | |
| 25th | $48,860 | $23.49 | |
| Median | $66,910 | $32.17 | |
| 75th | $79,570 | $38.25 | |
| 90th | $79,570 | $38.25 |
Other cities in Colorado
Median yearly pay for counselors.
| Denver, CO | $77,000 |
| Boulder, CO | $43,050 |
Related jobs in Colorado Springs
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Health Education Specialist | $73,990 |
| Healthcare Social Worker | $72,670 |
| Probation Officer and Correctional Treatment Specialist | $71,680 |
| Social Worker | $67,260 |
| Director | $66,950 |
| Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Worker | $63,860 |
| Educational | $62,640 |
| Child | $60,320 |
| Substance Abuse | $59,740 |
| Rehabilitation Counselor | $55,370 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a counselor make an hour in Colorado Springs?
The median hourly pay in the Colorado Springs, CO metro area is $32.17 ($66,910 a year).
Do counselors make more in Colorado Springs than the national average?
Yes: $66,910 against $50,860 nationally, 32% more.
How does Colorado Springs compare with the rest of Colorado?
The median in Colorado is $66,680, so Colorado Springs pays 0% more.
Where does Colorado Springs rank for counselor pay?
15 of 100 metro areas with data.
How much does a counselor make starting out in Colorado Springs?
The lowest-paid 10% make $39,160 or less a year; the top 10% make $79,570 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.