How much does a counselor make in Portland?
$66,140a year
Median yearly pay for counselors in the Portland-South Portland, ME metro area. That is $31.80 an hour or $5,512 a month.
- Hourly
- $31.80
- Vs. national median
- +30%
- Rank among cities
- 16 of 100
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $60,260Median: $66,140Highest 10%: $82,760
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $60,260 | $28.97 | |
| 25th | $61,220 | $29.43 | |
| Median | $66,140 | $31.80 | |
| 75th | $76,740 | $36.89 | |
| 90th | $82,760 | $39.79 |
Other cities in Maine
Median yearly pay for counselors.
| No other city in the state with data. |
Related jobs in Portland
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Healthcare Social Worker | $74,650 |
| Probation Officer and Correctional Treatment Specialist | $68,410 |
| Rehabilitation Counselor | $66,480 |
| Clergy | $65,790 |
| Child | $63,700 |
| Substance Abuse | $62,300 |
| Educational | $61,130 |
| Social Worker | $60,280 |
| Health Education Specialist | $59,410 |
| Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Worker | $59,010 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a counselor make an hour in Portland?
The median hourly pay in the Portland-South Portland, ME metro area is $31.80 ($66,140 a year).
Do counselors make more in Portland than the national average?
Yes: $66,140 against $50,860 nationally, 30% more.
How does Portland compare with the rest of Maine?
The median in Maine is $62,190, so Portland pays 6% more.
Where does Portland rank for counselor pay?
16 of 100 metro areas with data.
How much does a counselor make starting out in Portland?
The lowest-paid 10% make $60,260 or less a year; the top 10% make $82,760 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.