Credit Counselors Salary in California
Credit Counselors in California earn a median of $67,120 a year, +29% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $67,120
- vs. U.S. median
- +29% ($52,230)
- Rank among states
- 1 of 46
- Jobs in the state
- 2,160
Pay range in California
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $47,260; the top 10% earn over $98,520. Nationally the range is $38,350 to $80,440.
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Credit Counselors pay in California
How much do credit counselors make in California?
The median is $67,120 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $47,260 and the top 10% earn over $98,520. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is California a good state for credit counselors?
On pay alone it ranks 1 of 46 (+29% vs. the national median of $52,230). Living costs are not included.