Credit Counselors
Advise and educate individuals or organizations on acquiring and managing debt. May provide guidance in determining the best type of loan and explain loan requirements or restrictions. May help develop debt management plans or student financial aid packages. May advise on credit issues, or provide budget, mortgage, bankruptcy, or student financial aid counseling.
SOC: 13-2071.00
Common Job Titles
Certified Consumer Credit and Housing CounselorCertified Credit CounselorCredit CounselorHousing Counselor
Wage Data According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics
Annual wage data for Credit Counselors (2024)
Estimated Total Employment (U.S.)
28,110
Wage Distribution by Percentile
| Metric | U.S. |
|---|---|
| 10% of workers earn the following or less | $38,980 |
| 10% of workers earn the following or more | $77,920 |
| Workers on average earn | $55,890 |
+ indicates wage is at or above the BLS reporting cap ($239,200/year)
Skills & Requirements
Key competencies for this occupation, ranked by importance
- Customer and Personal Service4.6/5
- English Language4.1/5
- Mathematics3.6/5
- Administrative3.5/5
- Education and Training3.4/5
Tools & Technology
Equipment and software commonly used in this occupation
In-Demand Technology
Frequently requested by employers in job postings
Microsoft AccessMicrosoft DynamicsMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft Office softwareMicrosoft OutlookMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft WordOracle PeopleSoftSAP software
Technology Skills
Chat softwareCooperative Processing Resources DMS Professional SuiteCoreLogic DebtorTraceEmail softwareFreddie Mac Loan ProspectorICCO CreditSoftIntegrant DebtLogicLexisNexis
Tools & Equipment
Financial calculatorsInkjet printersLaptop computersLaser facsimile machinesLaser printersMulti-line telephone systemsPersonal computers