School Counselor Salary in California
Explore school counselor salaries in California including median pay, entry-level and senior compensation, and how it compares to the national average.
Median Salary in CA
$97,754
Monthly: $8,146
Biweekly: $3,760
Entry Level
$65,704
Monthly: $5,475
Biweekly: $2,527
Senior Level
$134,611
Monthly: $11,218
Biweekly: $5,177
Job Growth
13%
Projected 10-year growth
Salary Breakdown
| Pay Period | Entry Level | Median | Senior |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annual | $65,704 | $97,754 | $134,611 |
| Monthly | $5,475 | $8,146 | $11,218 |
| Biweekly | $2,527 | $3,760 | $5,177 |
| Weekly | $1,264 | $1,880 | $2,589 |
| Hourly | $32 | $47 | $65 |
CA vs National Comparison
National Median
$76,370
CA Median
$97,754
Difference
+$21,384
Multiplier
1.28x
About This Career
Provide counseling and guidance services to students.
Education
Master's degree in School Counseling; Certification required
Key Skills
CounselingStudent SupportCrisis InterventionCollege/Career Guidance
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