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School Counselor Salary in Newark, Delaware

The median school counselor salary in Newark, DE is $61,343 per year, which is 2.0% above the national median and 1.0% above the Delaware state average.

City Median
$61,343
vs State Avg
+$602
vs National
+$1,203
Cost of Living
102%

School Counselor Salary in Newark by Experience

In Newark, an entry-level school counselor earns around $40,800, while experienced professionals earn up to $86,700 per year. The local cost of living index is 102% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$40,800
+$800 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$61,200
+$1,200 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$86,700
+$1,700 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Newark, DE

Percentile Newark
10th Percentile $38,964
25th Percentile $47,940
Median (50th) $61,343
75th Percentile $77,724
90th Percentile $96,696

School Counselor Salary in Other Delaware Cities

Wilmington, DE
$63,147
Pop. 70,898
Bear, DE
$59,539
Pop. 21,000
Middletown, DE
$58,937
Pop. 22,350
Dover, DE
$57,734
Pop. 39,403

How to Become a School Counselor in Newark

Education

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