Credit Counselors vs. Accountants and Auditors: Who Earns More?
Accountants and Auditorss out-earn Credit Counselorss by $31K a year at the national median, per BLS OEWS May 2025. Credit Counselorss land at $52,230 and Accountants and Auditorss at $83,680. The education gap is real: credit counselor programs typically require bachelor's degree, while accountants and auditor programs require bachelor's degree. Top-paying state for Credit Counselorss is California ($67,120); for Accountants and Auditorss it's District of Columbia ($111,530).
Pay by state
States where both occupations have BLS data, sorted by Credit Counselors median pay.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025. Highlighted value is higher in each row.
Common questions
Who earns more, Credit Counselorss or Accountants and Auditorss?
Accountants and Auditorss earn more nationally. The median is $52,230 for Credit Counselorss versus $83,680 for Accountants and Auditorss, a difference of $31K. Per BLS OEWS May 2025.
Which has better job growth, Credit Counselors or Accountants and Auditors?
BLS Employment Projections data is not available for one or both occupations. Check the individual career pages for current outlook figures.
Which requires more education, Credit Counselors or Accountants and Auditors?
Credit Counselors typically requires bachelor's degree. Accountants and Auditors requires bachelor's degree. Education requirements vary by employer and state licensing board.
Where do Credit Counselorss get paid the most?
California is the top-paying state for Credit Counselorss at $67,120/year, per BLS OEWS May 2025. Major metro areas within that state typically pay even more than the state average.
How does Credit Counselors vs. Accountants and Auditors pay differ by state?
The gap varies significantly by state. In California, Credit Counselorss earn $67,120 vs. $97,050 for Accountants and Auditorss. See the state comparison table on this page for the full picture.