How much does a credit counselor make in Cleveland?
$58,570a year
Median yearly pay for credit counselors in the Cleveland, OH metro area. That is $28.16 an hour or $4,881 a month.
- Hourly
- $28.16
- Vs. national median
- +12%
- Rank among cities
- 31 of 118
- Jobs in the area
- 110
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $46,040Median: $58,570Highest 10%: $100,700
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $46,040 | $22.13 | |
| 25th | $49,010 | $23.56 | |
| Median | $58,570 | $28.16 | |
| 75th | $71,340 | $34.30 | |
| 90th | $100,700 | $48.41 |
Other cities in Ohio
Median yearly pay for credit counselors.
| Dayton, OH | $58,090 |
| Columbus, OH | $54,880 |
| Cincinnati, OH | $51,160 |
Related jobs in Cleveland
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Financial and Investment Analyst | $98,320 |
| Project Management Specialist | $95,000 |
| Financial Risk Specialist | $93,730 |
| Tax Examiner and Collector | $92,520 |
| Budget Analyst | $90,940 |
| Management Analyst | $88,260 |
| Financial Specialist | $84,910 |
| Personal Financial Advisor | $81,130 |
| Accountant and Auditor | $80,000 |
| Credit Analyst | $79,720 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a credit counselor make an hour in Cleveland?
The median hourly pay in the Cleveland, OH metro area is $28.16 ($58,570 a year).
Do credit counselors make more in Cleveland than the national average?
Yes: $58,570 against $52,230 nationally, 12% more.
How does Cleveland compare with the rest of Ohio?
The median in Ohio is $51,160, so Cleveland pays 14% more.
Where does Cleveland rank for credit counselor pay?
31 of 118 metro areas with data.
How much does a credit counselor make starting out in Cleveland?
The lowest-paid 10% make $46,040 or less a year; the top 10% make $100,700 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.