Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Michigan | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $59,440 | $67,290 | -12% |
| Median hourly wage | $28.58 | $32.35 | -12% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $61,788.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a School Counselor in Michigan is $59,440, or about $28.58 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for School Counselors is $67,290. Michigan is -12% below the national median.
Entry-level school counselors in Michigan typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 9,170 school counselor jobs on record and a median salary of $59,440, Michigan offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.