Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Florida | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $53,140 | $67,290 | -21% |
| Median hourly wage | $25.55 | $32.35 | -21% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $51,393.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a School Counselor in Florida is $53,140, or about $25.55 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for School Counselors is $67,290. Florida is -21% below the national median.
Entry-level school counselors in Florida typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 22,800 school counselor jobs on record and a median salary of $53,140, Florida offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.