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Credit Counselors Salary in California
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Credit Counselors make in California?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$67,120
Median Annual Salary
▲
+2.0% vs 2024
$71,180
Mean Salary
$67,120
Median Salary
$32.27
Hourly Rate
2,160 people work as Credit Counselors in California
Credit Counselors salary by percentile in California
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Credit Counselors in California earn a median salary of $67,120 per year ($5,593/month).
This is 27.1% above the national average of $52,826.
California ranks #1 out of 46 states for Credit Counselors pay.
Approximately 2,160 people work in this occupation across California.
Salaries increased by 2.0% compared to 2024.
About This Job: Credit Counselors
Advise and educate individuals or organizations on acquiring and managing debt. May provide guidance in determining the best type of loan and explain loan requirements or restrictions. May help develop debt management plans or student financial aid packages. May advise on credit issues, or provide budget, mortgage, bankruptcy, or student financial aid counseling.
Top Skills
Speaking
4.0
Reading Comprehension
3.88
Active Listening
3.88
Writing
3.75
Critical Thinking
3.75
Key Knowledge Areas
Customer and Personal Service
4.64
English Language
4.08
Mathematics
3.64
Administrative
3.48
Education and Training
3.44
Typical Education: Bachelor's Degree
(40.0% of workers)
Salaries for Credit Counselors in California range from $47,260 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $98,520 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $56,040 and $81,860.
Median $67,120
P10: $47,260P25: $56,040P75: $81,860P90: $98,520
10th
$47,260
25th
$56,040
Median
$67,120
75th
$81,860
90th
$98,520
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$47,260
$22.72
$3,938
25th Percentile
$56,040
$26.94
$4,670
Median (50th)
$67,120
$32.27
$5,593
75th Percentile
$81,860
$39.36
$6,821
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$98,520
$47.37
$8,210
Note: The mean (average) salary of $71,180 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
The median annual salary for Credit Counselors in California is $67,120 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $71,180.
What is the salary range for a Credit Counselors in California?
Salaries for Credit Counselors in California range from $47,260 at the 10th percentile to $98,520 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $56,040 and $81,860.
What is the starting salary for a Credit Counselors in California?
Entry-level Credit Counselors positions in California typically start around $47,260 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $56,040 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Credit Counselors in California?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 2,160 people are employed as Credit Counselors in California.
What is the hourly rate for a Credit Counselors in California?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Credit Counselors in California is approximately $32.27 per hour.
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, 2025 estimates. The OEWS survey covers approximately 1.1 million establishments nationwide.
Annual salaries are calculated based on a standard 2,080-hour work year. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, education, employer, and local market conditions. Figures do not include benefits, bonuses, or overtime pay.
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