How much does a counselor make in Oregon?
$78,750a year
Median yearly pay for counselors in Oregon. That is $37.86 an hour or $6,563 a month.
- Hourly
- $37.86
- Vs. national median
- +55%
- Rank among states
- 4 of 44
- Jobs in the state
- 120
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $60,680Median: $78,750Highest 10%: $99,570
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $60,680 | $29.17 | |
| 25th | $65,770 | $31.62 | |
| Median | $78,750 | $37.86 | |
| 75th | $89,430 | $43.00 | |
| 90th | $99,570 | $47.87 |
Cities in Oregon
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Portland, OR | $78,740 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for counselors.
| 1. District of Columbia | $93,720 |
| 2. Utah | $93,530 |
| 3. Georgia | $79,490 |
| 4. Oregon | $78,750 |
| 5. Virginia | $76,450 |
| 6. New Jersey | $73,360 |
| 7. Wisconsin | $71,390 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a counselor make an hour in Oregon?
The median hourly pay in Oregon is $37.86 ($78,750 a year).
Do counselors make more in Oregon than the national average?
Yes: $78,750 against $50,860 nationally, 55% more.
Where does Oregon rank for counselor pay?
Oregon ranks 4 of 44 states.
Which city in Oregon pays counselors the most?
Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA, with a median of $78,740 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.