Occupation ยท SOC 21-1012
Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors: can it be done remotely?
According to the Dingel and Neiman (2020) classification, the work of educational, guidance, and career counselors and advisors can typically be done from home. The score reflects the tasks involved, not whether a particular employer allows remote work.
Nationally, about 342,350 people work in this occupation, with a median annual wage of $65,140 ($31.32 an hour).
US employment
342,350
Median annual wage
$65,140
Mean annual wage
$71,520
Median hourly wage
$31.32
Education and training
Typical education
Master's degree
Related work experience
None
On-the-job training
None
Job zone
5
Extensive preparation
Pay by state
Top 5 by nominal pay
- California$94,320
- Washington$83,930
- District of Columbia$80,280
- Alaska$80,020
- Massachusetts$78,840
Top 5 after cost of living
- California$85,190
- New Mexico$82,950
- Washington$78,430
- Alaska$78,180
- Louisiana$76,040
Step up: related remote jobs that pay more
| Occupation | Median wage | Wage gain | Job zone | Typical education |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Instructional Coordinators | $74,720 | $9,580 (+14.7%) | 5 | Master's degree |
| Education Teachers, Postsecondary | $72,090 | $6,950 (+10.7%) | 5 | Doctoral or professional degree |
| Education Administrators, Kindergarten through Secondary | $104,070 | $38,930 (+59.8%) | 5 | Master's degree |
| Education Administrators, Postsecondary | $103,960 | $38,820 (+59.6%) | 5 | Master's degree |
| Training and Development Specialists | $65,850 | $710 (+1.1%) | 4 | Bachelor's degree |
States with the most jobs
- 1. California44,160
- 2. Texas32,350
- 3. New York22,660
- 4. Florida21,080
- 5. Ohio13,030
- 6. Illinois12,790
- 7. Massachusetts11,850
- 8. Pennsylvania11,500
- 9. Georgia10,890
- 10. North Carolina9,630
States that pay the most
- 1. California$94,320
- 2. Washington$83,930
- 3. District of Columbia$80,280
- 4. Alaska$80,020
- 5. Massachusetts$78,840
- 6. New Jersey$77,940
- 7. New Mexico$76,490
- 8. Maryland$74,970
- 9. Oregon$74,000
- 10. Delaware$72,450
Median annual wage. Based on 52 states and territories with published figures.
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