Creative & Education Wilmington, DE Pop. 70,898

School Counselor Salary in Wilmington, Delaware

The median school counselor salary in Wilmington, DE is $63,147 per year, which is 5.0% above the national median and 4.0% above the Delaware state average.

City Median
$63,147
vs State Avg
+$2,406
vs National
+$3,007
Cost of Living
105%

School Counselor Salary in Wilmington by Experience

In Wilmington, an entry-level school counselor earns around $42,000, while experienced professionals earn up to $89,250 per year. The local cost of living index is 105% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$42,000
+$2,000 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$63,000
+$3,000 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$89,250
+$4,250 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Wilmington, DE

Percentile Wilmington
10th Percentile $40,110
25th Percentile $49,350
Median (50th) $63,147
75th Percentile $80,010
90th Percentile $99,540

School Counselor Salary in Other Delaware Cities

Newark, DE
$61,343
Pop. 33,398
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 Wilmington

Education

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