Counselors, All Other Salary in Northwest Illinois

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northwest Illinois nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $50,090 +0.5% vs national
Median hourly $24.08
10th percentile $40,800
90th percentile $73,420
Employed locally 30
National median $49,830

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $40,800
    25th
    $47,500
    50th (median)
    $50,090
    75th
    $53,650
    90th
    $73,420

    Top-paying metros for Counselors, All Other

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Richmond, VA $108,530
    Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV $107,990
    Trenton-Princeton, NJ $107,020
    Virginia $105,140
    Ogden, UT $93,180
    San Luis Obispo-Paso Robles, CA $91,420

    Related occupations in Northwest Illinois

    OccupationMedian salary
    Child, Family, and School Social Workers $50,130
    Social and Human Service Assistants $42,550
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors $52,320
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors $60,200
    Rehabilitation Counselors $51,270
    Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists $62,370

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Counselors, All Other make per hour in Northwest Illinois?

    The median hourly wage for Counselors, All Other in Northwest Illinois is $24.08, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $35.30 or more per hour.

    Is Northwest Illinois above or below average for Counselors, All Other salaries?

    The median Counselors, All Other salary in Northwest Illinois is 0.5% above the national median of $49,830. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Counselors, All Other in Northwest Illinois?

    Entry-level Counselors, All Other (10th percentile) earn around $40,800 per year in Northwest Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $47,500.