How much does a counselor make in Jacksonville?
$44,940a year
Median yearly pay for counselors in the Jacksonville, FL metro area. That is $21.61 an hour or $3,745 a month.
- Hourly
- $21.61
- Vs. national median
- -12%
- Rank among cities
- 84 of 100
- Jobs in the area
- 80
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $33,760Median: $44,940Highest 10%: $60,500
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $33,760 | $16.23 | |
| 25th | $37,870 | $18.21 | |
| Median | $44,940 | $21.61 | |
| 75th | $46,950 | $22.57 | |
| 90th | $60,500 | $29.09 |
Other cities in Florida
Median yearly pay for counselors.
| Orlando, FL | $51,540 |
| Miami, FL | $45,880 |
| Tallahassee, FL | $43,720 |
| Tampa, FL | $41,560 |
Related jobs in Jacksonville
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Healthcare Social Worker | $66,300 |
| Substance Abuse | $61,260 |
| Clergy | $56,330 |
| Social Worker | $56,140 |
| Health Education Specialist | $55,870 |
| Child | $55,630 |
| Educational | $55,520 |
| Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Worker | $54,420 |
| Marriage and Family Therapist | $49,420 |
| Director | $48,930 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a counselor make an hour in Jacksonville?
The median hourly pay in the Jacksonville, FL metro area is $21.61 ($44,940 a year).
Do counselors make more in Jacksonville than the national average?
No: $44,940 against $50,860 nationally, 12% less.
How does Jacksonville compare with the rest of Florida?
The median in Florida is $45,880, so Jacksonville pays 2% less.
Where does Jacksonville rank for counselor pay?
84 of 100 metro areas with data.
How much does a counselor make starting out in Jacksonville?
The lowest-paid 10% make $33,760 or less a year; the top 10% make $60,500 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.