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Licensed Mental Health Counselor

Average Early-Career Licensed Mental Health Counselor with Clinical Assessment Skills Hourly Pay

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$44.91
/ hour

Avg. Base Hourly Rate (USD)
25%
$34
MEDIAN
$44.91
75%
$54.73

The average hourly pay for a Licensed Mental Health Counselor is $44.91 in 2025

Hourly Rate
$34 - $55
Total Pay
$55k - $102k
Based on 8 salary profiles (last updated Jan 04 2024)
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What Do Licensed Mental Health Counselors Do?

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Common Health Benefits for a Licensed Mental Health Counselor

Medical
67%
Dental
50%
Vision
50%
None
33%

Gender Breakdown for Licensed Mental Health Counselors

Female
100.0%
This data is based on 6 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Licensed Mental Health Counselors

What is the highest pay for Licensed Mental Health Counselors?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Licensed Mental Health Counselor is $NaN / hour

What is the lowest pay for Licensed Mental Health Counselors?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Licensed Mental Health Counselor is $NaN / hour

How can Licensed Mental Health Counselors increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Licensed Mental Health Counselor that oversees more junior Licensed Mental Health Counselors, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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