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Job outlook for debt management counselors in the United States
Are debt management counselor jobs in demand?
Debt management counselor job and salary trends over time
Debt management counselor jobs over time
Debt management counselor job growth rate over time
| Year | # of jobs | % of population |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 701 | 0.00% |
| 2020 | 690 | 0.00% |
| 2019 | 720 | 0.00% |
| 2018 | 802 | 0.00% |
| 2017 | 805 | 0.00% |
Average debt management counselor salary over time
Debt management counselor salary by year
| Year | Avg. salary | Hourly rate | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $58,503 | $28.13 | +0.5% |
| 2024 | $58,224 | $27.99 | +1.7% |
| 2023 | $57,248 | $27.52 | +1.1% |
| 2022 | $56,653 | $27.24 | +0.7% |
| 2021 | $56,235 | $27.04 | +1.2% |
Debt management counselor jobs by state
Most common states for debt management counselors
| Rank | State | Population | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Delaware | 961,939 | 195 | 20% |
| 2 | North Dakota | 755,393 | 137 | 18% |
| 3 | Utah | 3,101,833 | 539 | 17% |
| 4 | Virginia | 8,470,020 | 1,393 | 16% |
| 5 | Massachusetts | 6,859,819 | 1,090 | 16% |
| 6 | Oregon | 4,142,776 | 644 | 16% |
| 7 | Alaska | 739,795 | 117 | 16% |
| 8 | Vermont | 623,657 | 98 | 16% |
| 9 | Connecticut | 3,588,184 | 541 | 15% |
| 10 | Illinois | 12,802,023 | 1,766 | 14% |
| 11 | Washington | 7,405,743 | 1,024 | 14% |
| 12 | Minnesota | 5,576,606 | 788 | 14% |
| 13 | New Jersey | 9,005,644 | 1,144 | 13% |
| 14 | Maryland | 6,052,177 | 794 | 13% |
| 15 | Colorado | 5,607,154 | 756 | 13% |
| 16 | New Hampshire | 1,342,795 | 179 | 13% |
| 17 | Arizona | 7,016,270 | 865 | 12% |
| 18 | Nebraska | 1,920,076 | 229 | 12% |
| 19 | South Dakota | 869,666 | 107 | 12% |
| 20 | District of Columbia | 693,972 | 86 | 12% |
Most common cities for debt management counselors
| Rank | City | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl | Avg. salary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Downers Grove | 1 | 2% | $56,638 |
| 2 | Boston | 1 | 0% | $67,572 |
| 3 | Des Moines | 1 | 0% | $54,307 |
| 4 | Irvine | 1 | 0% | $60,093 |
| 5 | Philadelphia | 1 | 0% | $68,089 |
Debt Management Counselor job outlook: Expert opinions
Our panel of debt management counselor experts
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
Vanguard University
What will help Debt Management Counselors increase their earning potential?
Emily Yowell Ph.D.: Psychologists should be aware of what others in their field are making for similar positions. It is important to ask for what your work is worth in an initial position to assure raises are based on a solid starting salary. Newer psychologists may also consider asking for an early review that prompts an early conversation around potential raises, bonus, or other job benefits.
What type of skills will young Debt Management Counselors need?
Dr. Thomas Dearden Ph.D.: Indeed, the way we work is changing. The skills that young graduates will need are diverse. Transferable skills and soft skills will certainly be marketable. These include traditional crafts such as communication, but I also think the world expects more empathy from its employees. Young graduates with an understanding of racism, sexism, and environmental responsibility will become increasingly important.
Dr. Tommy Casarez Ph.D.
Dr., Assistant Professor of Historical and Systematic TheologyVanguard University
Religion, Undergraduate Religion
What general advice would you give to a Debt Management Counselor?
Dr. Tommy Casarez Ph.D.: Opportunities come in many different shapes and sizes, but they are still out there. Whether you are seeking to land a job in education or the non-profit sector, you will need to familiarize yourself and get used to all things digital, for the sake of communicating effectively. The younger your student or service partner's mindset, the more digitally savvy you will need to be, especially in the classroom and in the non-profit world.