How much does a counselor make in North Carolina?
$52,280a year
Median yearly pay for counselors in North Carolina. That is $25.13 an hour or $4,357 a month.
- Hourly
- $25.13
- Vs. national median
- +3%
- Rank among states
- 23 of 44
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $28,370Median: $52,280Highest 10%: $67,710
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $28,370 | $13.64 | |
| 25th | $43,470 | $20.90 | |
| Median | $52,280 | $25.13 | |
| 75th | $57,150 | $27.48 | |
| 90th | $67,710 | $32.55 |
Cities in North Carolina
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Virginia Beach, VA | $60,010 |
| Durham, NC | $57,030 |
| Charlotte, NC | $56,350 |
| Raleigh, NC | $52,920 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for counselors.
| 20. Texas | $54,450 |
| 21. Mississippi | $54,090 |
| 22. Connecticut | $53,310 |
| 23. North Carolina | $52,280 |
| 24. Tennessee | $51,900 |
| 25. Illinois | $49,360 |
| 26. Arkansas | $49,310 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a counselor make an hour in North Carolina?
The median hourly pay in North Carolina is $25.13 ($52,280 a year).
Do counselors make more in North Carolina than the national average?
Yes: $52,280 against $50,860 nationally, 3% more.
Where does North Carolina rank for counselor pay?
North Carolina ranks 23 of 44 states.
Which city in North Carolina pays counselors the most?
Virginia Beach-Chesapeake-Norfolk, VA-NC, with a median of $60,010 a year.
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.