How much does a counselor make in Pittsburgh?
$43,100a year
Median yearly pay for counselors in the Pittsburgh, PA metro area. That is $20.72 an hour or $3,592 a month.
- Hourly
- $20.72
- Vs. national median
- -15%
- Rank among cities
- 90 of 100
- Jobs in the area
- 260
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $38,340Median: $43,100Highest 10%: $64,500
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $38,340 | $18.43 | |
| 25th | $39,670 | $19.07 | |
| Median | $43,100 | $20.72 | |
| 75th | $45,950 | $22.09 | |
| 90th | $64,500 | $31.01 |
Other cities in Pennsylvania
Median yearly pay for counselors.
| Harrisburg, PA | $71,970 |
| Scranton, PA | $64,500 |
| Philadelphia, PA | $52,300 |
Related jobs in Pittsburgh
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Social Worker | $87,800 |
| Probation Officer and Correctional Treatment Specialist | $82,220 |
| Health Education Specialist | $75,480 |
| Marriage and Family Therapist | $64,430 |
| Community and Social Service Specialist | $62,290 |
| Healthcare Social Worker | $60,430 |
| Educational | $59,560 |
| Clergy | $57,720 |
| Substance Abuse | $54,290 |
| Director | $54,130 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a counselor make an hour in Pittsburgh?
The median hourly pay in the Pittsburgh, PA metro area is $20.72 ($43,100 a year).
Do counselors make more in Pittsburgh than the national average?
No: $43,100 against $50,860 nationally, 15% less.
How does Pittsburgh compare with the rest of Pennsylvania?
The median in Pennsylvania is $59,160, so Pittsburgh pays 27% less.
Where does Pittsburgh rank for counselor pay?
90 of 100 metro areas with data.
How much does a counselor make starting out in Pittsburgh?
The lowest-paid 10% make $38,340 or less a year; the top 10% make $64,500 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.