How much does a counselor make in Phoenix?
$56,690a year
Median yearly pay for counselors in the Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ metro area. That is $27.25 an hour or $4,724 a month.
- Hourly
- $27.25
- Vs. national median
- +11%
- Rank among cities
- 34 of 100
- Jobs in the area
- 90
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $50,320Median: $56,690Highest 10%: $78,250
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $50,320 | $24.19 | |
| 25th | $52,210 | $25.10 | |
| Median | $56,690 | $27.25 | |
| 75th | $65,510 | $31.50 | |
| 90th | $78,250 | $37.62 |
Other cities in Arizona
Median yearly pay for counselors.
| No other city in the state with data. |
Related jobs in Phoenix
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Healthcare Social Worker | $67,090 |
| Substance Abuse | $66,020 |
| Health Education Specialist | $64,980 |
| Clergy | $63,000 |
| Social Worker | $62,150 |
| Marriage and Family Therapist | $61,850 |
| Probation Officer and Correctional Treatment Specialist | $61,730 |
| Religious Worker | $61,640 |
| Educational | $60,520 |
| Director | $57,140 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a counselor make an hour in Phoenix?
The median hourly pay in the Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ metro area is $27.25 ($56,690 a year).
Do counselors make more in Phoenix than the national average?
Yes: $56,690 against $50,860 nationally, 11% more.
How does Phoenix compare with the rest of Arizona?
The median in Arizona is $59,910, so Phoenix pays 5% less.
Where does Phoenix rank for counselor pay?
34 of 100 metro areas with data.
How much does a counselor make starting out in Phoenix?
The lowest-paid 10% make $50,320 or less a year; the top 10% make $78,250 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.