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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS)
May 2025 release
School Counselor Salary in Minnesota
Median Annual in Minnesota
$64,600/yr
Median Hourly Wage
$31.06/hr
▬ 0% about even with U.S. median
groups Employed in MN
4,200
public U.S. Median
$64,330
trending_up National Outlook
+5%
School Counselor pay in Minnesota, explained
School counselors in Minnesota earn a median of $64,600 per year ($31.06 per hour), in line with the national median of $64,330. Entry-level workers earn around $47,870, while the most experienced school counselors reach about $94,100. Pay varies by employer, setting, and metro area within Minnesota.
School Counselor in Minnesota: FAQ
How much do school counselors make in Minnesota?
School counselors in Minnesota earn a median of $64,600 per year ($31.06 per hour), compared with $64,330 nationally.
Does Minnesota pay school counselors well?
At $64,600, Minnesota pays about the same as the national median for school counselors. An estimated 4,200 work in the state.