Credit Counselors Salary in South Illinois

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

Median annual salary $46,500 -7.9% vs national
Median hourly $22.36
10th percentile $36,780
90th percentile $60,310
Employed locally 30
National median $50,480

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $36,780
    25th
    $38,690
    50th (median)
    $46,500
    75th
    $49,180
    90th
    $60,310

    Top-paying metros for Credit Counselors

    Metro areaMedian salary
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $76,880
    Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom, CA $76,180
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $75,280
    Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA $69,730
    Lincoln, NE $68,230
    Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA $66,770

    Related occupations in South Illinois

    OccupationMedian salary
    Business Operations Specialists, All Other$62,820
    Accountants and Auditors$66,120
    Human Resources Specialists$61,550
    Loan Officers$67,530
    Buyers and Purchasing Agents$62,850
    Management Analysts$103,400

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Credit Counselors make per hour in South Illinois?

    The median hourly wage for Credit Counselors in South Illinois is $22.36, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $28.99 or more per hour.

    Is South Illinois above or below average for Credit Counselors salaries?

    The median Credit Counselors salary in South Illinois is 7.9% 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 South Illinois?

    Entry-level Credit Counselors (10th percentile) earn around $36,780 per year in South Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $38,690.