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Clinical Mental Health Counselor

Average Clinical Mental Health Counselor Salary

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$42,712
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (USD)
10%
$30k
MEDIAN
$43k
90%
$61k

The average salary for a Clinical Mental Health Counselor is $42,712 in 2025

Base Salary
$30k - $61k
Total Pay
$29k - $65k
Based on 55 salary profiles (last updated Mar 04 2025)
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3.8 out of 5
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Common Health Benefits for a Clinical Mental Health Counselor

Medical
68%
Dental
56%
Vision
41%
None
29%

Gender Breakdown for Clinical Mental Health Counselors

Female
58.3%
Male
41.7%
This data is based on 24 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Clinical Mental Health Counselors

What is the highest pay for Clinical Mental Health Counselors?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Clinical Mental Health Counselor is $61k / year

What is the lowest pay for Clinical Mental Health Counselors?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Clinical Mental Health Counselor is $30k / year

How can Clinical Mental Health Counselors increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Clinical 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 Clinical Mental Health Counselor that oversees more junior Clinical Mental Health Counselors, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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