Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Virginia | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $67,660 | $67,290 | +1% |
| Median hourly wage | $32.53 | $32.35 | +1% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $66,924.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a School Counselor in Virginia is $67,660, or about $32.53 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for School Counselors is $67,290. Virginia is +1% above the national median.
Entry-level school counselors in Virginia typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 9,450 school counselor jobs on record and a median salary of $67,660, Virginia offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.