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School Counselor Salary in Dover, Delaware

The median school counselor salary in Dover, DE is $57,734 per year, which is 4% below the national median and 5% below the Delaware state average.

City Median
$57,734
vs State Avg
$-3,007
vs National
$-2,406
Cost of Living
96%

School Counselor Salary in Dover by Experience

In Dover, an entry-level school counselor earns around $38,400, while experienced professionals earn up to $81,600 per year. The local cost of living index is 96% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$38,400
$-1,600 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$57,600
$-2,400 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$81,600
$-3,400 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Dover, DE

Percentile Dover
10th Percentile $36,672
25th Percentile $45,120
Median (50th) $57,734
75th Percentile $73,152
90th Percentile $91,008

School Counselor Salary in Other Delaware Cities

Wilmington, DE
$63,147
Pop. 70,898
Newark, DE
$61,343
Pop. 33,398
Bear, DE
$59,539
Pop. 21,000
Middletown, DE
$58,937
Pop. 22,350

How to Become a School Counselor in Dover

Education

Most school counselor positions require a master's degree. Dover 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 Dover may vary based on local industry and population growth.