How much does a credit counselor make in Washington?
Median yearly pay for credit counselors in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area. That is $29.77 an hour or $5,161 a month.
- Hourly
- $29.77
- Vs. national median
- +19%
- Rank among cities
- 20 of 118
- Jobs in the area
- 440
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $44,000 | $21.15 | |
| 25th | $54,700 | $26.30 | |
| Median | $61,930 | $29.77 | |
| 75th | $77,880 | $37.44 | |
| 90th | $89,820 | $43.18 |
Other cities in District of Columbia
Median yearly pay for credit counselors.
| No other city in the state with data. |
Related jobs in Washington
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Financial Examiner | $157,600 |
| Project Management Specialist | $127,000 |
| Management Analyst | $126,800 |
| Financial Risk Specialist | $126,500 |
| Budget Analyst | $125,100 |
| Financial Specialist | $120,600 |
| Credit Analyst | $114,700 |
| Financial and Investment Analyst | $108,300 |
| Personal Financial Advisor | $106,200 |
| Labor Relations Specialist | $105,200 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a credit counselor make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area is $29.77 ($61,930 a year).
Do credit counselors make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $61,930 against $52,230 nationally, 19% more.
How does Washington compare with the rest of District of Columbia?
The median in District of Columbia is $63,580, so Washington pays 3% less.
Where does Washington rank for credit counselor pay?
20 of 118 metro areas with data.
How much does a credit counselor make starting out in Washington?
The lowest-paid 10% make $44,000 or less a year; the top 10% make $89,820 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.