How much does a counselor make in Columbus?
$46,930a year
Median yearly pay for counselors in the Columbus, OH metro area. That is $22.56 an hour or $3,911 a month.
- Hourly
- $22.56
- Vs. national median
- -8%
- Rank among cities
- 72 of 100
- Jobs in the area
- 50
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $35,200Median: $46,930Highest 10%: $66,620
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $35,200 | $16.92 | |
| 25th | $35,930 | $17.27 | |
| Median | $46,930 | $22.56 | |
| 75th | $60,640 | $29.15 | |
| 90th | $66,620 | $32.03 |
Other cities in Ohio
Median yearly pay for counselors.
| Cleveland, OH | $52,140 |
Related jobs in Columbus
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Marriage and Family Therapist | $81,500 |
| Community and Social Service Specialist | $74,800 |
| Probation Officer and Correctional Treatment Specialist | $73,690 |
| Health Education Specialist | $66,370 |
| Healthcare Social Worker | $65,280 |
| Community Health Worker | $64,810 |
| Educational | $62,080 |
| Clergy | $60,820 |
| Social Worker | $59,690 |
| Substance Abuse | $59,370 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a counselor make an hour in Columbus?
The median hourly pay in the Columbus, OH metro area is $22.56 ($46,930 a year).
Do counselors make more in Columbus than the national average?
No: $46,930 against $50,860 nationally, 8% less.
How does Columbus compare with the rest of Ohio?
The median in Ohio is $45,840, so Columbus pays 2% more.
Where does Columbus rank for counselor pay?
72 of 100 metro areas with data.
How much does a counselor make starting out in Columbus?
The lowest-paid 10% make $35,200 or less a year; the top 10% make $66,620 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.