Creative & Education Bear, DE Pop. 21,000

School Counselor Salary in Bear, Delaware

The median school counselor salary in Bear, DE is $59,539 per year, which is 1% below the national median and 2% below the Delaware state average.

City Median
$59,539
vs State Avg
$-1,202
vs National
$-601
Cost of Living
99%

School Counselor Salary in Bear by Experience

In Bear, an entry-level school counselor earns around $39,600, while experienced professionals earn up to $84,150 per year. The local cost of living index is 99% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$39,600
$-400 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$59,400
$-600 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$84,150
$-850 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Bear, DE

Percentile Bear
10th Percentile $37,818
25th Percentile $46,530
Median (50th) $59,539
75th Percentile $75,438
90th Percentile $93,852

School Counselor Salary in Other Delaware Cities

Wilmington, DE
$63,147
Pop. 70,898
Newark, DE
$61,343
Pop. 33,398
Middletown, DE
$58,937
Pop. 22,350
Dover, DE
$57,734
Pop. 39,403

How to Become a School Counselor in Bear

Education

Most school counselor positions require a master's degree. Bear and the surrounding Delaware area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

CounselingCollege PlanningCrisis InterventionGroup FacilitationActive ListeningStudent Assessment

Job Outlook

Nationally, school counselor employment is projected to grow 5% over the next decade (faster than average). Demand in Bear may vary based on local industry and population growth.