How much does a counselor make in Portland?
$78,740a year
Median yearly pay for counselors in the Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA metro area. That is $37.86 an hour or $6,562 a month.
- Hourly
- $37.86
- Vs. national median
- +55%
- Rank among cities
- 7 of 100
- Jobs in the area
- 70
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $65,770Median: $78,740Highest 10%: $106,400
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $65,770 | $31.62 | |
| 25th | $68,830 | $33.09 | |
| Median | $78,740 | $37.86 | |
| 75th | $92,710 | $44.57 | |
| 90th | $106,400 | $51.14 |
Other cities in Oregon
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 | $85,790 |
| Probation Officer and Correctional Treatment Specialist | $83,510 |
| Educational | $78,400 |
| Marriage and Family Therapist | $77,850 |
| Health Education Specialist | $75,500 |
| Substance Abuse | $75,420 |
| Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Worker | $73,740 |
| Social Worker | $67,820 |
| Child | $66,910 |
| Clergy | $65,710 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a counselor make an hour in Portland?
The median hourly pay in the Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA metro area is $37.86 ($78,740 a year).
Do counselors make more in Portland than the national average?
Yes: $78,740 against $50,860 nationally, 55% more.
How does Portland compare with the rest of Oregon?
The median in Oregon is $78,750, so Portland pays 0% more.
Where does Portland rank for counselor pay?
7 of 100 metro areas with data.
How much does a counselor make starting out in Portland?
The lowest-paid 10% make $65,770 or less a year; the top 10% make $106,400 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.