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Job outlook for finance aid counselors in the United States
Finance aid counselor job growth summary. After extensive research, interviews, and analysis, Zippia's data science team found that:
The projected finance aid counselor job growth rate is 15% from 2018-2028.
About 50,900 new jobs for finance aid counselors are projected over the next decade.
Finance aid counselor salaries have increased 4% for finance aid counselors in the last 5 years.
There are over 17,326 finance aid counselors currently employed in the United States.
There are 118,072 active finance aid counselor job openings in the US.
The average finance aid counselor salary is $37,672.
Are finance aid counselor jobs in demand?
Finance aid counselor job and salary trends over time
Finance aid counselor jobs over time
Finance aid counselor job growth rate over time
| Year | # of jobs | % of population |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 17,326 | 0.01% |
| 2020 | 17,071 | 0.01% |
| 2019 | 17,814 | 0.01% |
| 2018 | 19,828 | 0.01% |
| 2017 | 19,917 | 0.01% |
Average finance aid counselor salary over time
Finance aid counselor salary by year
| Year | Avg. salary | Hourly rate | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $37,672 | $18.11 | +0.5% |
| 2024 | $37,493 | $18.03 | +1.7% |
| 2023 | $36,865 | $17.72 | +1.1% |
| 2022 | $36,481 | $17.54 | +0.7% |
| 2021 | $36,212 | $17.41 | +1.2% |
Finance aid counselor jobs by state
Most common states for finance aid counselors
| Rank | State | Population | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Massachusetts | 6,859,819 | 1,704 | 25% |
| 2 | Delaware | 961,939 | 244 | 25% |
| 3 | Connecticut | 3,588,184 | 871 | 24% |
| 4 | Minnesota | 5,576,606 | 1,253 | 22% |
| 5 | Illinois | 12,802,023 | 2,695 | 21% |
| 6 | New Jersey | 9,005,644 | 1,913 | 21% |
| 7 | Washington | 7,405,743 | 1,582 | 21% |
| 8 | Oregon | 4,142,776 | 872 | 21% |
| 9 | North Dakota | 755,393 | 156 | 21% |
| 10 | Virginia | 8,470,020 | 1,684 | 20% |
| 11 | Wyoming | 579,315 | 111 | 19% |
| 12 | Maryland | 6,052,177 | 1,096 | 18% |
| 13 | Wisconsin | 5,795,483 | 1,039 | 18% |
| 14 | Utah | 3,101,833 | 570 | 18% |
| 15 | New York | 19,849,399 | 3,466 | 17% |
| 16 | Tennessee | 6,715,984 | 1,123 | 17% |
| 17 | Colorado | 5,607,154 | 958 | 17% |
| 18 | New Hampshire | 1,342,795 | 232 | 17% |
| 19 | Alaska | 739,795 | 129 | 17% |
| 20 | Vermont | 623,657 | 107 | 17% |
Most common cities for finance aid counselors
| Rank | City | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl | Avg. salary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bradenton | 1 | 2% | $37,549 |
| 2 | Port Orange | 1 | 2% | $37,279 |
| 3 | Vallejo | 1 | 1% | $41,976 |
| 4 | Baltimore | 2 | 0% | $40,545 |
| 5 | Riverside | 1 | 0% | $42,407 |
| 6 | Washington | 1 | 0% | $44,156 |
Finance Aid Counselor job outlook: Expert opinions
Our panel of finance aid counselor experts
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
Vanguard University
Angelo State University
What type of skills will young Finance Aid 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 Finance Aid 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.
Lesley Casarez Ph.D.
Director, Quality Enhancement Plan Program Coordinator, M.S. Professional School Counseling Associate Professor, Curriculum and InstructionAngelo State University
Department of Curriculum and Instruction
What technology do you think will become more important and prevalent for Finance Aid Counselors in the next 3-5 years?
Lesley Casarez Ph.D.: Graduates will need to learn to use technology in which virtual platforms are taking place and web conferencing platforms. Numerous platforms are being used, so the particular platform itself is not as crucial as being well-versed in how virtual education differs from face-to-face environments. Typically, the instructional role in online learning is more of a facilitator, as the educator guides the students to think critically, integrate, and apply new knowledge. This may be difficult for educators who would rather stand in front of a classroom and pass on their knowledge through lecture-based formats. Additionally, being well-versed in various web conferencing platforms will benefit graduates, as they move into a career that is currently requiring communication in virtual environments.