School Counselor Salary in California

School Counselors in California earn a median salary of $78,794 per year, which is 29% higher than the national median of $61,190.

$78,794
Median Salary
$86,890
Mean Salary
51,195
Employment
1.13
Location Quotient
151
Cost of Living
Above average
29% higher than
vs National
national median

Salary Distribution

10th Percentile
$47,276
25th Percentile
$61,459
Median
$78,794
75th Percentile
$100,856
90th Percentile
$132,374

Salary Comparison

School Counselor in California $78,794
US Median Household Income $74,580

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a School Counselor make in California?
The median salary for a School Counselor in California is $78,794 per year, which is 29% higher than the national median of $61,190.
How many School Counselor jobs are there in California?
There are approximately 51,195 school counselor positions in California.
What is the salary range for a School Counselor in California?
Salaries range from $47,276 (10th percentile) to $132,374 (90th percentile), with a median of $78,794.

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