This page provides you with a complete overview of the Counseling field in the state of Oklahoma. Here you will find statistics on salaries, careers, jobs and best cities hiring various types of counselors and more.
Average Salary of a Oklahoma Counselor
According to Indeed.com, the average salary of a Counselor was $39,000 vs the national salary of $43,000. A Counselor in Oklahoma saw a solid number of companies featuring over 281 jobs. The types of jobs posted ranged from Full-time, Part-time, Contract, Temporary, and Commission while the most common level of experience required for these jobs was Mid Level.
Oklahoma Counselor
| In USD as of January 18, 2017 | 55k | 110k | 165k | |
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| Counselor | $39,000  |
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Average Counselor salaries for job postings in Oklahoma are 8% lower than average Counselor salaries for job postings nationwide. The top 5 employers hiring Counselor’s were State of Oklahoma, Dayspring Community Services, Saint Francis Health System, Oklahoma City Public Schools, and Choctaw Nation offering Full-time, Part-time, Contract, Temporary, and Commission with Mid Level and Entry Level required.
Additional Salaries by Area
In this section explore additional details on the types of Counselors:
- Addiction Counselor
- College Counselor
- Genetic Counselor
- Guidance Counselor
- High School Counselor
- Marriage Counselor
- Mental Health Counselor
- Rehabilitation Counselor
- School Counselor
- Substance Abuse Counselor
| In USD as of January 18, 2017 | 55k | 110k | 165k | |
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| Addiction Counselor | $38,000 |
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Average Addiction Counselor salaries for job postings in Oklahoma are 8% lower than average Addiction Counselor salaries for job postings nationwide. The top 5 employers were Choctaw Nation, Valley Hope Association, 12 & 12 Inc, and Green Shoe Foundation offering Full-time and Part-time with Entry Level required.
| In USD as of January 18, 2017 | 55k | 110k | 165k | |
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| College Counselor | $54,000 |
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Average College Counselor salaries for job postings in Oklahoma are 8% lower than average College Counselor salaries for job postings nationwide. The top 5 employers were University of Oklahoma, State of Oklahoma, East Central University, Oklahoma State University, and ASTEC Charter Schools offering Full-time and Part-time with Mid Level and Entry Level required.
| In USD as of January 18, 2017 | 55k | 110k | 165k | |
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| Genetic Counselor | $50,000 |
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Average Genetic Counselor salaries for job postings in Oklahoma are 8% lower than average Genetic Counselor salaries for job postings nationwide. The top 5 employers were East Central University and Mercy offering Full-time and Part-time with Entry Level required.
| In USD as of January 18, 2017 | 55k | 110k | 165k | |
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| Guidance Counselor | $42,000 |
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Average Guidance Counselor salaries for job postings in Oklahoma are 8% lower than average Guidance Counselor salaries for job postings nationwide. The top 5 employers were The Salvation Army, State of Oklahoma, Oklahoma State University, Zeiders Enterprises, Inc., and Youth Villages offering Full-time with Mid Level and Entry Level required.
| In USD as of January 18, 2017 | 55k | 110k | 165k | |
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| High School Counselor | $31,000 |
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Average High School Counselor salaries for job postings in Oklahoma are 8% lower than average High School Counselor salaries for job postings nationwide. The top 5 employers were Oklahoma State University, Girl Scouts of Western Oklahoma, Chickasha Area YMCA, Oklahoma City Public Schools, and Red Rock Behavioral Health Services offering Full-time, Part-time, and Temporary with Entry Level and Mid Level required.
| In USD as of January 18, 2017 | 55k | 110k | 165k | |
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| Marriage Counselor | $56,000 |
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Average Marriage Counselor salaries for job postings in Oklahoma are 8% lower than average Marriage Counselor salaries for job postings nationwide. The top 5 employers were Youth Villages, St. John Health System, St. John Medical Center, Wilson Psychological Associates, and Cornerstone Behavioral Health & Pediatric Therapies offering Full-time, Temporary, and Contract with Entry Level and Mid Level required.
| In USD as of January 18, 2017 | 55k | 110k | 165k | |
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| Mental Health Counselor | $38,000 |
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Average Mental Health Counselor salaries for job postings in Oklahoma are 8% lower than average Mental Health Counselor salaries for job postings nationwide. The top 5 employers were The Salvation Army, YCO, inc, Youth Villages, St. John Health System, and St. John Medical Center offering Full-time, Part-time, Contract, and Temporary with Entry Level and Mid Level required.
| In USD as of January 18, 2017 | 55k | 110k | 165k | |
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| Rehabilitation Counselor | $40,000 |
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Average Rehabilitation Counselor salaries for job postings in Oklahoma are 8% lower than average Rehabilitation Counselor salaries for job postings nationwide. The top 5 employers were State of Oklahoma, East Central University, St. Mary’s Regional Medical Center, Comfort Keepers, and CoreCivic offering Full-time and Contract with Entry Level required.
| In USD as of January 18, 2017 | 55k | 110k | 165k | |
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| School Counselor | $40,000 |
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Average School Counselor salaries for job postings in Oklahoma are 8% lower than average School Counselor salaries for job postings nationwide. The top 5 employers were Oklahoma State University, Girl Scouts of Western Oklahoma, YMCA of Greater Tulsa, Oklahoma City Public Schools, and Red Rock Behavioral Health Services offering Full-time, Part-time, Contract, and Temporary with Entry Level and Mid Level required.
| In USD as of January 18, 2017 | 55k | 110k | 165k | |
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| Substance Abuse Counselor | $38,000 |
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Average Substance Abuse Counselor salaries for job postings in Oklahoma are 8% lower than average Substance Abuse Counselor salaries for job postings nationwide. The top 5 employers were YCO, inc, Oklahoma State University, Red Rock Behavioral Health Services, CoreCivic, and Mercy offering Full-time, Contract, and Part-time with Entry Level and Mid Level required.
Top Employers of Oklahoma Counselors
According to Indeed.com, there were approximately 281 jobs for Oklahoma Counselors with most employers looking for Mid Level and Entry Level candidates.
| Company | # Jobs Available* |
|---|---|
| Oklahoma State University | 19 jobs |
| Dungarvin | 16 jobs |
| The Salvation Army | 13 jobs |
| Girl Scouts of Western Oklahoma | 10 jobs |
| Chickasha Area YMCA | 10 jobs |
| State of Oklahoma | 6 jobs |
| Dayspring Community Services | 6 jobs |
| Saint Francis Health System | 6 jobs |
| Oklahoma City Public Schools | 6 jobs |
| Choctaw Nation | 6 jobs |
| YCO, inc | 5 jobs |
| University of Oklahoma | 5 jobs |
| East Central University | 4 jobs |
| St. John Health System | 4 jobs |
| Family & Children’s Services | 4 jobs |
Top Cities with the Most Job Openings
According to Indeed.com, there were a total of 281 Counselor related jobs throughout the following cities:
| City | # Jobs Available* |
|---|---|
| Oklahoma City, OK | 76 jobs |
| Tulsa, OK | 41 jobs |
| Stillwater, OK | 17 jobs |
| Welling, OK | 13 jobs |
| Bartlesville, OK | 5 jobs |
| Norman, OK | 5 jobs |
| Midwest City, OK | 5 jobs |
| Ponca City, OK | 4 jobs |
| Fort Sill, OK | 4 jobs |
| Ada, OK | 4 jobs |
| Cushing, OK | 4 jobs |
| Durant, OK | 4 jobs |
| Muskogee, OK | 3 jobs |
| Davis, OK | 3 jobs |
Get More Information
- Professional Counselor Licensing Search Utility – Oklahoma
- Counseling | Oklahoma State Department of Education
- City of OKC : Municipal Counselor
*Indicates number of job postings as of January, 2017.
