How much does a counselor make in North Dakota?
$69,860a year
Median yearly pay for counselors in North Dakota. That is $33.59 an hour or $5,822 a month.
- Hourly
- $33.59
- Vs. national median
- +37%
- Rank among states
- 8 of 44
- Jobs in the state
- 80
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $43,390Median: $69,860Highest 10%: $93,070
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $43,390 | $20.86 | |
| 25th | $63,010 | $30.29 | |
| Median | $69,860 | $33.59 | |
| 75th | $82,970 | $39.89 | |
| 90th | $93,070 | $44.75 |
Cities in North Dakota
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for counselors.
| 5. Virginia | $76,450 |
| 6. New Jersey | $73,360 |
| 7. Wisconsin | $71,390 |
| 8. North Dakota | $69,860 |
| 9. Washington | $69,530 |
| 10. Colorado | $66,680 |
| 11. Hawaii | $65,470 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a counselor make an hour in North Dakota?
The median hourly pay in North Dakota is $33.59 ($69,860 a year).
Do counselors make more in North Dakota than the national average?
Yes: $69,860 against $50,860 nationally, 37% more.
Where does North Dakota rank for counselor pay?
North Dakota ranks 8 of 44 states.
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.