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The average salary for a Credit Counselor in U.S. is $53,440.

Annual Average Salary Information

Annual Average Salary: $53,440

$37,460$75,030

Hourly Pay Information

Hourly Average Salary: $25.69

$18.01$36.07

What does a Credit Counselor earn?

On average, Credit Counselors earn around $53,440 per year in the U.S.. Credit Counselors work with clients ranging from individuals to large businesses providing financial guidance. A Credit Counselor can choose to specialise in a particular area such as debt management, budget planning, or financial literacy.

How to earn more as a Credit Counselor

To become a Credit Counselor, you will need a degree in finance, economics, or accounting. Alternatively, you can pursue a degree apprenticeship program. To earn more as a Credit Counselor you can move into a specialized area such as debt management and credit repair or become a manager within a financial institution. You could also pursue self-employment or start your own Credit Counseling business.