How much does a counselor make in Jackson?
$52,880a year
Median yearly pay for counselors in the Jackson, TN metro area. That is $25.42 an hour or $4,407 a month.
- Hourly
- $25.42
- Vs. national median
- +4%
- Rank among cities
- 45 of 100
- Jobs in the area
- 50
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $50,340Median: $52,880Highest 10%: $57,480
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $50,340 | $24.20 | |
| 25th | $50,340 | $24.20 | |
| Median | $52,880 | $25.42 | |
| 75th | $53,980 | $25.95 | |
| 90th | $57,480 | $27.63 |
Other cities in Tennessee
Median yearly pay for counselors.
| Chattanooga, TN | $53,110 |
| Knoxville, TN | $52,880 |
| Memphis, TN | $49,600 |
| Nashville, TN | $45,870 |
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Salaries for every job in Jackson, TNFrequently asked questions
How much does a counselor make an hour in Jackson?
The median hourly pay in the Jackson, TN metro area is $25.42 ($52,880 a year).
Do counselors make more in Jackson than the national average?
Yes: $52,880 against $50,860 nationally, 4% more.
How does Jackson compare with the rest of Tennessee?
The median in Tennessee is $51,900, so Jackson pays 2% more.
Where does Jackson rank for counselor pay?
45 of 100 metro areas with data.
How much does a counselor make starting out in Jackson?
The lowest-paid 10% make $50,340 or less a year; the top 10% make $57,480 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.