How much does a counselor make in Washington?
$69,530a year
Median yearly pay for counselors in Washington. That is $33.43 an hour or $5,794 a month.
- Hourly
- $33.43
- Vs. national median
- +37%
- Rank among states
- 9 of 44
- Jobs in the state
- 120
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $43,250Median: $69,530Highest 10%: $107,100
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $43,250 | $20.79 | |
| 25th | $55,220 | $26.55 | |
| Median | $69,530 | $33.43 | |
| 75th | $96,080 | $46.19 | |
| 90th | $107,100 | $51.47 |
Cities in Washington
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Portland, OR | $78,740 |
| Seattle, WA | $71,650 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for counselors.
| 6. New Jersey | $73,360 |
| 7. Wisconsin | $71,390 |
| 8. North Dakota | $69,860 |
| 9. Washington | $69,530 |
| 10. Colorado | $66,680 |
| 11. Hawaii | $65,470 |
| 12. Maine | $62,190 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a counselor make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in Washington is $33.43 ($69,530 a year).
Do counselors make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $69,530 against $50,860 nationally, 37% more.
Where does Washington rank for counselor pay?
Washington ranks 9 of 44 states.
Which city in Washington pays counselors the most?
Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA, with a median of $78,740 a year.
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.