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Job outlook for estate planning counselors in the United States
Are estate planning counselor jobs in demand?
Estate planning counselor job and salary trends over time
Estate planning counselor jobs over time
Estate planning counselor job growth rate over time
| Year | # of jobs | % of population |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 1,425 | 0.00% |
| 2020 | 1,182 | 0.00% |
| 2019 | 1,139 | 0.00% |
| 2018 | 1,085 | 0.00% |
| 2017 | 1,089 | 0.00% |
Average estate planning counselor salary over time
Estate planning counselor salary by year
| Year | Avg. salary | Hourly rate | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $75,847 | $36.47 | +1.7% |
| 2024 | $74,591 | $35.86 | --1.2% |
| 2023 | $75,474 | $36.29 | --1.9% |
| 2022 | $76,960 | $37.00 | +0.1% |
| 2021 | $76,866 | $36.95 | +1.5% |
Estate planning counselor jobs by state
Most common states for estate planning counselors
| Rank | State | Population | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | District of Columbia | 693,972 | 170 | 24% |
| 2 | Massachusetts | 6,859,819 | 1,106 | 16% |
| 3 | Connecticut | 3,588,184 | 564 | 16% |
| 4 | Delaware | 961,939 | 157 | 16% |
| 5 | Iowa | 3,145,711 | 439 | 14% |
| 6 | New Hampshire | 1,342,795 | 179 | 13% |
| 7 | Vermont | 623,657 | 74 | 12% |
| 8 | Pennsylvania | 12,805,537 | 1,413 | 11% |
| 9 | Rhode Island | 1,059,639 | 114 | 11% |
| 10 | Arizona | 7,016,270 | 687 | 10% |
| 11 | New Jersey | 9,005,644 | 852 | 9% |
| 12 | Maryland | 6,052,177 | 521 | 9% |
| 13 | Montana | 1,050,493 | 94 | 9% |
| 14 | New York | 19,849,399 | 1,560 | 8% |
| 15 | Tennessee | 6,715,984 | 559 | 8% |
| 16 | Colorado | 5,607,154 | 431 | 8% |
| 17 | Alabama | 4,874,747 | 380 | 8% |
| 18 | Oregon | 4,142,776 | 330 | 8% |
| 19 | Nebraska | 1,920,076 | 155 | 8% |
| 20 | Maine | 1,335,907 | 93 | 7% |
Most common cities for estate planning counselors
| Rank | City | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl | Avg. salary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Burbank | 1 | 1% | $82,277 |
| 2 | Farmington Hills | 1 | 1% | $76,909 |
| 3 | Wilmington | 1 | 1% | $82,439 |
Estate Planning Counselor job outlook: Expert opinions
Our panel of estate planning counselor experts
Adelphi University
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
Vanguard University
Errol Rodriguez Ph.D., MAC, CRC
Assistant Dean & Program Director, Master's programs in General Psychology and Mental Health CounselingAdelphi University
Mental And Social Health Services And Allied Professions
What Estate Planning Counselor skills would you recommend for someone trying to advance their career?
Errol Rodriguez Ph.D., MAC, CRC: Given the complexities of the world today, emerging counseling professionals must be flexible in their treatment approach, inclusive in their understanding of diverse cultures and sub-cultures, and mature professionally through humility, self-reflection, and self-care.
What type of skills will young Estate Planning 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 an Estate Planning 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.