Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| North Carolina | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $57,630 | $67,290 | -14% |
| Median hourly wage | $27.71 | $32.35 | -14% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $61,113.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a School Counselor in North Carolina is $57,630, or about $27.71 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for School Counselors is $67,290. North Carolina is -14% below the national median.
Entry-level school counselors in North Carolina typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 9,430 school counselor jobs on record and a median salary of $57,630, North Carolina offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.