Credit Counselors Salary in Portland, ME

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Portland-South Portland, ME

Median annual salary $47,140 -6.6% vs national
Median hourly $22.66
10th percentile $44,050
90th percentile $60,410
Employed locally 70
National median $50,480

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $44,050
    25th
    $44,050
    50th (median)
    $47,140
    75th
    $50,810
    90th
    $60,410

    Portland economic context

    Unemployment rate 2.70% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $88,602 2023 • Census ACS
    Credit Counselors salary vs area income 53% Median Credit Counselors salary is 47% below the area median household income

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Credit Counselors make per hour in Portland?

    The median hourly wage for Credit Counselors in Portland, ME is $22.66, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $37.25 or more per hour.

    Is Portland above or below average for Credit Counselors salaries?

    The median Credit Counselors salary in Portland, ME is 6.6% below the national median of $50,480. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Credit Counselors in Portland?

    Entry-level Credit Counselors (10th percentile) earn around $44,050 per year in Portland, ME. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $44,050.