Mental Health Counselor salary in the United States

Average salary

$44,000/yr

Based on 4,976 income tax records

$19,000

$78,000

Age:

Average salary by age

18-25

26-35

36-45

46-55

56+

$34K

$43K

$47K

$48K

$46K

$19,000

$78,000

How much do Mental Health Counselors make?

The average total salary for a Mental Health Counselor is $44,000 per year. This is based on data from 4,976 TurboTax users who reported their occupation as Mental Health Counselor and includes taxable wages, tips, bonuses, and more. Mental Health Counselor salary can vary between $19,000 to $78,000 depending on factors including education, skills, experience, employer & location. Read more

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Mental Health Counselor salary by location

Mental Health Counselor salary by company

Providence, Spokane County, WA

13 income tax records

$41,000/yr

$36K – $48K

Seneca Family Of Agencies, Alameda County, CA

11 income tax records

$38,000/yr

$26K – $50K

Mental Health Counselor demographics in United States

65% are single

35% are married

33% have kids

43% own a home

Effective Tax Rates for Mental Health Counselors in United States

4,976 full-time salaries from 2019

FAQS

What is the average salary for a mental health counselor in the United States?

The average salary for a mental health counselor in the United States is $44,000 per year. Mental health counselor salaries in the United States can vary between $19,000 to $78,000 and depend on various factors, including skills, experience, employer, bonuses, tips, and more.

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Where is this data coming from?

This data is exclusive to Mint Salary and is based on 4,976 tax returns from TurboTax customers who reported their occupation as mental health counselor.

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Which cities offer the highest salaries for mental health counselors in the United States?

The following cities offer the highest salaries for mental health counselors in the United States: Bremerton Metro Area, WA ($61,000 a year), Las Vegas Metro Area, NV ($58,500 a year), and Urban Honolulu Metro Area, HI ($58,000 a year).

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