How much does a counselor make in Seattle?
$71,650a year
Median yearly pay for counselors in the Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA metro area. That is $34.45 an hour or $5,971 a month.
- Hourly
- $34.45
- Vs. national median
- +41%
- Rank among cities
- 11 of 100
- Jobs in the area
- 50
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $46,010Median: $71,650Highest 10%: $120,100
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $46,010 | $22.12 | |
| 25th | $64,200 | $30.87 | |
| Median | $71,650 | $34.45 | |
| 75th | $106,900 | $51.41 | |
| 90th | $120,100 | $57.72 |
Other cities in Washington
Median yearly pay for counselors.
| Portland, OR | $78,740 |
Related jobs in Seattle
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Social Worker | $105,600 |
| Educational | $87,280 |
| Probation Officer and Correctional Treatment Specialist | $85,430 |
| Healthcare Social Worker | $83,550 |
| Clergy | $81,750 |
| Health Education Specialist | $78,670 |
| Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Worker | $78,350 |
| Child | $75,280 |
| Substance Abuse | $73,580 |
| Community and Social Service Specialist | $70,630 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a counselor make an hour in Seattle?
The median hourly pay in the Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA metro area is $34.45 ($71,650 a year).
Do counselors make more in Seattle than the national average?
Yes: $71,650 against $50,860 nationally, 41% more.
How does Seattle compare with the rest of Washington?
The median in Washington is $69,530, so Seattle pays 3% more.
Where does Seattle rank for counselor pay?
11 of 100 metro areas with data.
How much does a counselor make starting out in Seattle?
The lowest-paid 10% make $46,010 or less a year; the top 10% make $120,100 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.