How much does a counselor make in Madison?
$70,300a year
Median yearly pay for counselors in the Madison, WI metro area. That is $33.80 an hour or $5,858 a month.
- Hourly
- $33.80
- Vs. national median
- +38%
- Rank among cities
- 13 of 100
- Jobs in the area
- 90
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $49,400Median: $70,300Highest 10%: $82,750
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $49,400 | $23.75 | |
| 25th | $57,120 | $27.46 | |
| Median | $70,300 | $33.80 | |
| 75th | $73,420 | $35.30 | |
| 90th | $82,750 | $39.78 |
Other cities in Wisconsin
Median yearly pay for counselors.
| Milwaukee, WI | $54,770 |
| Minneapolis, MN | $47,920 |
Related jobs in Madison
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Social Worker | $81,890 |
| Health Education Specialist | $79,910 |
| Healthcare Social Worker | $76,720 |
| Educational | $67,510 |
| Substance Abuse | $64,250 |
| Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Worker | $63,690 |
| Child | $62,020 |
| Community and Social Service Specialist | $61,460 |
| Clergy | $60,900 |
| Probation Officer and Correctional Treatment Specialist | $60,790 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a counselor make an hour in Madison?
The median hourly pay in the Madison, WI metro area is $33.80 ($70,300 a year).
Do counselors make more in Madison than the national average?
Yes: $70,300 against $50,860 nationally, 38% more.
How does Madison compare with the rest of Wisconsin?
The median in Wisconsin is $71,390, so Madison pays 2% less.
Where does Madison rank for counselor pay?
13 of 100 metro areas with data.
How much does a counselor make starting out in Madison?
The lowest-paid 10% make $49,400 or less a year; the top 10% make $82,750 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.