How much does a credit counselor make in Columbus?
$54,880a year
Median yearly pay for credit counselors in the Columbus, OH metro area. That is $26.38 an hour or $4,573 a month.
- Hourly
- $26.38
- Vs. national median
- +5%
- Rank among cities
- 48 of 118
- Jobs in the area
- 180
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $45,490Median: $54,880Highest 10%: $102,800
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $45,490 | $21.87 | |
| 25th | $46,200 | $22.21 | |
| Median | $54,880 | $26.38 | |
| 75th | $72,820 | $35.01 | |
| 90th | $102,800 | $49.40 |
Other cities in Ohio
Median yearly pay for credit counselors.
| Cleveland, OH | $58,570 |
| Dayton, OH | $58,090 |
| Cincinnati, OH | $51,160 |
Related jobs in Columbus
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Financial Risk Specialist | $100,400 |
| Project Management Specialist | $98,660 |
| Financial and Investment Analyst | $97,920 |
| Labor Relations Specialist | $96,100 |
| Budget Analyst | $93,780 |
| Management Analyst | $90,010 |
| Financial Specialist | $83,160 |
| Loan Officer | $82,160 |
| Business Operations Specialist | $82,030 |
| Accountant and Auditor | $81,700 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a credit counselor make an hour in Columbus?
The median hourly pay in the Columbus, OH metro area is $26.38 ($54,880 a year).
Do credit counselors make more in Columbus than the national average?
Yes: $54,880 against $52,230 nationally, 5% more.
How does Columbus compare with the rest of Ohio?
The median in Ohio is $51,160, so Columbus pays 7% more.
Where does Columbus rank for credit counselor pay?
48 of 118 metro areas with data.
How much does a credit counselor make starting out in Columbus?
The lowest-paid 10% make $45,490 or less a year; the top 10% make $102,800 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.