Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Idaho | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $60,320 | $67,290 | -10% |
| Median hourly wage | $29.00 | $32.35 | -10% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $63,162.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a School Counselor in Idaho is $60,320, or about $29.00 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for School Counselors is $67,290. Idaho is -10% below the national median.
Entry-level school counselors in Idaho typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 1,990 school counselor jobs on record and a median salary of $60,320, Idaho offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.