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Job outlook for dormitory counselors in the United States
Are dormitory counselor jobs in demand?
Dormitory counselor job and salary trends over time
Dormitory counselor jobs over time
Dormitory counselor job growth rate over time
| Year | # of jobs | % of population |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 128 | 0.00% |
| 2020 | 142 | 0.00% |
| 2019 | 150 | 0.00% |
| 2018 | 150 | 0.00% |
| 2017 | 153 | 0.00% |
Average dormitory counselor salary over time
Dormitory counselor salary by year
| Year | Avg. salary | Hourly rate | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $40,177 | $19.32 | +5.9% |
| 2024 | $37,936 | $18.24 | +5.7% |
| 2023 | $35,888 | $17.25 | +3.8% |
| 2022 | $34,561 | $16.62 | +4.9% |
| 2021 | $32,938 | $15.84 | +2.3% |
Dormitory counselor jobs by state
Most common states for dormitory counselors
| Rank | State | Population | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | District of Columbia | 693,972 | 82 | 12% |
| 2 | Montana | 1,050,493 | 72 | 7% |
| 3 | Connecticut | 3,588,184 | 216 | 6% |
| 4 | Delaware | 961,939 | 57 | 6% |
| 5 | Wyoming | 579,315 | 32 | 6% |
| 6 | Pennsylvania | 12,805,537 | 648 | 5% |
| 7 | North Dakota | 755,393 | 37 | 5% |
| 8 | Alaska | 739,795 | 36 | 5% |
| 9 | New York | 19,849,399 | 789 | 4% |
| 10 | Illinois | 12,802,023 | 466 | 4% |
| 11 | New Jersey | 9,005,644 | 361 | 4% |
| 12 | Washington | 7,405,743 | 318 | 4% |
| 13 | Arizona | 7,016,270 | 295 | 4% |
| 14 | Maryland | 6,052,177 | 263 | 4% |
| 15 | Colorado | 5,607,154 | 227 | 4% |
| 16 | Minnesota | 5,576,606 | 220 | 4% |
| 17 | Oregon | 4,142,776 | 151 | 4% |
| 18 | Iowa | 3,145,711 | 124 | 4% |
| 19 | New Hampshire | 1,342,795 | 57 | 4% |
| 20 | Vermont | 623,657 | 25 | 4% |
Dormitory Counselor job outlook: Expert opinions
Our panel of dormitory counselor experts
Western Illinois University
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
Vanguard University
What will help Dormitory 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.
Leigh Ann Tipton-Fisler, PhD, BCBA
Associate Professor and Program Coordinator of Specialist in School Psychology and Clinical/ Community Mental Health Graduate ProgramsWestern Illinois University
Clinical, Counseling And Applied Psychology
What general advice would you give to a Dormitory Counselor?
Leigh Ann Tipton-Fisler, PhD, BCBA: - The best I can give to graduates is to focus on taking small steps at first. Often the first year in the field can be exciting and overwhelming at the same time. The system we work in (the helping profession broadly) often has a lot of challenges, and new professionals want to re-envision a path for changes. This is tangible, but at first, it is important to understand the roles and functions in the workplace before flipping everything upside down. I suggest taking one small change at a time in an area that is important to you and build relationships and trust with your professional colleagues before overloading yourself with the new job and new goals.
What type of skills will young Dormitory 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 Dormitory 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.