Credit Counselors vs. Accountants and Auditors: Who Earns More?
Accountants and Auditors out-earn Credit Counselors by $31K a year at the national median, per BLS OEWS May 2025. Credit Counselors land at $52,230 and Accountants and Auditors 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 Counselors is California ($67,120); for Accountants and Auditors 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 Counselors or Accountants and Auditors?
Accountants and Auditors earn more nationally. The median is $52,230 for Credit Counselors versus $83,680 for Accountants and Auditors, a difference of $31K. Per BLS OEWS May 2025.
Which has better job growth, Credit Counselors or Accountants and Auditors?
Accountants and Auditors has the better 10-year outlook at 4.6% projected growth, compared to 3.3% for the other field. Both are from BLS Employment Projections.
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 Counselors get paid the most?
California is the top-paying state for Credit Counselors 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 Counselors earn $67,120 vs. $97,050 for Accountants and Auditors. See the state comparison table on this page for the full picture.