How much does a counselor make in Dallas?
$52,340a year
Median yearly pay for counselors in the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX metro area. That is $25.16 an hour or $4,362 a month.
- Hourly
- $25.16
- Vs. national median
- +3%
- Rank among cities
- 48 of 100
- Jobs in the area
- 610
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $32,030Median: $52,340Highest 10%: $81,760
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $32,030 | $15.40 | |
| 25th | $44,340 | $21.32 | |
| Median | $52,340 | $25.16 | |
| 75th | $68,380 | $32.88 | |
| 90th | $81,760 | $39.31 |
Other cities in Texas
Median yearly pay for counselors.
| San Antonio, TX | $59,430 |
| Houston, TX | $54,450 |
| Austin, TX | $54,240 |
| McAllen, TX | $44,590 |
| El Paso, TX | $43,320 |
Related jobs in Dallas
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Social Worker | $98,670 |
| Director | $83,260 |
| Educational | $76,380 |
| Healthcare Social Worker | $75,930 |
| Health Education Specialist | $64,050 |
| Substance Abuse | $62,560 |
| Clergy | $60,040 |
| Probation Officer and Correctional Treatment Specialist | $59,170 |
| Child | $57,080 |
| Community Health Worker | $51,010 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a counselor make an hour in Dallas?
The median hourly pay in the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX metro area is $25.16 ($52,340 a year).
Do counselors make more in Dallas than the national average?
Yes: $52,340 against $50,860 nationally, 3% more.
How does Dallas compare with the rest of Texas?
The median in Texas is $54,450, so Dallas pays 4% less.
Where does Dallas rank for counselor pay?
48 of 100 metro areas with data.
How much does a counselor make starting out in Dallas?
The lowest-paid 10% make $32,030 or less a year; the top 10% make $81,760 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.