Licensed Mental Health Counselor Salary
Updated on: May 20, 2026
How much does a Licensed Mental Health Counselor make?
The average Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the US makes $67,845.
Licensed Mental Health Counselors make the most in San Jose, CA at $133,952
averaging total compensation 97% greater than US average.
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Type Caucasian Female
Size of company 51-200 employees
City Orlando
Yearly Salary reported $48,500
Type Caucasian Female
Size of company 51-200 employees
City Orlando
Yearly Salary reported $48,500
Type Caucasian Female
Size of company 1,001-5,000 employees
City Wilmington
Yearly Salary reported $39,500
Type Caucasian Female
Size of company 51-200 employees
City Orlando
Yearly Salary reported $48,500
Type Caucasian Female
Size of company 1,001-5,000 employees
City Wilmington
Yearly Salary reported $39,500
Type Hispanic Or Latino Female
Size of company 501-1,000 employees
City Phoenix
Yearly Salary reported $48,000
Type Caucasian Female
Size of company 501-1,000 employees
City Fort Wayne
Yearly Salary reported $50,000
Do you look forward to interacting with your coworkers?
The majority of people who work as Licensed Mental Health Counselor say “Yes” when asked the question “Do you look forward to interacting with your coworkers?”
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