Career Counselor Salary in Chicago, Illinois

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How much does a Career Counselor make in Chicago, IL? The average Career Counselor salary in Chicago, IL is $59,757 as of May 01, 2025, but the salary range typically falls between $53,641 and $67,038. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. 

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Adolescent Outpatient Addictions Counselor
YSS - ELDORA , IA
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of adolescents struggling with addiction. Join our team as an Outpatient Addictions Counselor and play
- 154 days ago
Mental Health Therapist / Counselor
Hackley Community Care - MUSKEGON , MI
Mental Health Therapist or Counselor. Job Type: Full-time / Exempt. Job Location: Muskegon, MI. Hackley Community Care (HCC) is a Federally Qualified Health Cen
- 183 days ago
Licensed Counselor (LPC, LCSW, LMFT)
LifeStance Health - WOODSTOCK , GA
At LifeStance Health, we believe in a truly healthy society where mental and physical healthcare are unified to make lives better. Our mission is to help people
- 54 days ago
Remote Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
Telemynd - FAIRFAX , VA
About Us. Telemynd is a leading national mental health platform dedicated to providing accessible and high-quality care to individuals, couples, and families. W
- 96 days ago
Licensed Counselor (LPC, LCSW, LMFT)
LifeStance Health - ATHENS , GA
At LifeStance Health, we believe in a truly healthy society where mental and physical healthcare are unified to make lives better. Our mission is to help people
- 133 days ago
Licensed Counselor (LPC, LCSW, LMFT)
LifeStance Health - ATLANTA , GA
At LifeStance Health, we believe in a truly healthy society where mental and physical healthcare are unified to make lives better. Our mission is to help people
- 133 days ago

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Career Counselor in Chicago, IL. The base salary for Career Counselor ranges from $53,641 to $67,038 with the average base salary of $59,757. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $53,657 to $67,119 with the average total cash compensation of $59,779.

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Chicago, Illinois  area prices were up 0.8% from a year ago

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