How much does a counselor make in Pennsylvania?
$59,160a year
Median yearly pay for counselors in Pennsylvania. That is $28.44 an hour or $4,930 a month.
- Hourly
- $28.44
- Vs. national median
- +16%
- Rank among states
- 15 of 44
- Jobs in the state
- 1,330
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $38,160Median: $59,160Highest 10%: $87,860
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $38,160 | $18.35 | |
| 25th | $43,000 | $20.67 | |
| Median | $59,160 | $28.44 | |
| 75th | $75,320 | $36.21 | |
| 90th | $87,860 | $42.24 |
Cities in Pennsylvania
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Harrisburg, PA | $71,970 |
| Scranton, PA | $64,500 |
| Philadelphia, PA | $52,300 |
| Allentown, PA | $45,970 |
| Pittsburgh, PA | $43,100 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for counselors.
| 12. Maine | $62,190 |
| 13. Iowa | $61,080 |
| 14. Arizona | $59,910 |
| 15. Pennsylvania | $59,160 |
| 16. New York | $58,500 |
| 17. Massachusetts | $58,240 |
| 18. Vermont | $56,220 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a counselor make an hour in Pennsylvania?
The median hourly pay in Pennsylvania is $28.44 ($59,160 a year).
Do counselors make more in Pennsylvania than the national average?
Yes: $59,160 against $50,860 nationally, 16% more.
Where does Pennsylvania rank for counselor pay?
Pennsylvania ranks 15 of 44 states.
Which city in Pennsylvania pays counselors the most?
Harrisburg-Carlisle, PA, with a median of $71,970 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.