How much does a counselor make in Syracuse?
$59,990a year
Median yearly pay for counselors in the Syracuse, NY metro area. That is $28.84 an hour or $4,999 a month.
- Hourly
- $28.84
- Vs. national median
- +18%
- Rank among cities
- 29 of 100
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $43,780Median: $59,990Highest 10%: $59,990
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $43,780 | $21.05 | |
| 25th | $55,380 | $26.63 | |
| Median | $59,990 | $28.84 | |
| 75th | $59,990 | $28.84 | |
| 90th | $59,990 | $28.84 |
Other cities in New York
Median yearly pay for counselors.
| New York, NY | $63,300 |
Related jobs in Syracuse
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Social Worker | $91,370 |
| Probation Officer and Correctional Treatment Specialist | $71,870 |
| Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Worker | $71,170 |
| Educational | $67,870 |
| Marriage and Family Therapist | $64,730 |
| Healthcare Social Worker | $64,310 |
| Community and Social Service Specialist | $63,300 |
| Child | $63,120 |
| Health Education Specialist | $59,360 |
| Substance Abuse | $57,940 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a counselor make an hour in Syracuse?
The median hourly pay in the Syracuse, NY metro area is $28.84 ($59,990 a year).
Do counselors make more in Syracuse than the national average?
Yes: $59,990 against $50,860 nationally, 18% more.
How does Syracuse compare with the rest of New York?
The median in New York is $58,500, so Syracuse pays 3% more.
Where does Syracuse rank for counselor pay?
29 of 100 metro areas with data.
How much does a counselor make starting out in Syracuse?
The lowest-paid 10% make $43,780 or less a year; the top 10% make $59,990 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.