What are the main factors that influence an Academic Counselor Lead's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change An Academic Counselor Lead's salary?

An Academic Counselor Lead's salary grows with experience: starting around $50,993 for beginners, reaching about $53,297 at mid-level, and approach $56,596 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for an Academic Counselor Lead?

Academic Counselor Lead salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Academic Counselor Lead roles are District of Columbia $60,854, California $60,624, Massachusetts $59,816. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Academic Counselor Lead roles make?

Salaries for Academic Counselor Lead level roles vary by specialization: Lead Counselor: $82,935; Academic Records Counselor: $69,250; University Academic Counselor: $54,390; College Academic Counselor: $54,320; Academic Counselor: $53,758.

Academic Counselor Lead Salary in Nevada

How much does an Academic Counselor Lead make in Nevada? As of September 01, 2026, the average salary for an Academic Counselor Lead in Nevada is $54,396 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $26.

However, an Academic Counselor Lead's salary can vary significantly. Here's a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $69,522
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $48,840 to $62,314
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $43,781

10% $43,781

50% (Median) $54,396

90% $69,522

Academic Counselor Lead Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$62,314	$5,193	$1,198	$30
Average	$54,396	$4,533	$1,046	$26
25th Percentile	$48,840	$4,070	$939	$23

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Key Factors That Influence Academic Counselor Lead Salaries

An Academic Counselor Lead's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Academic Counselor Lead Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Academic Counselor Lead's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $50,993
Early Career (1-2 years): $51,152
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $53,297
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $56,376
Expert (over 8 years): $56,596

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Entry Level Academic Counselor Lead	less than 1 year	$50,993
Early Career Level Academic Counselor Lead	1-2 years	$51,152
Mid-Level Level Academic Counselor Lead	2-4 years	$53,297
Senior-Level Level Academic Counselor Lead	5-8 years	$56,376
Expert Level Academic Counselor Lead	over 8 years	$56,596

How Do Academic Counselor Lead Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Academic Counselor Leads. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $60,854.
California: $60,624.
Massachusetts: $59,816.

District of Columbia $60,854 California $60,624 Massachusetts $59,816 Washington $59,596 New Jersey $59,574 Alaska $59,497 Connecticut $58,738 New York $58,431

Hawaii $57,447 Rhode Island $56,985 Maryland $56,672 Minnesota $56,243 Colorado $56,078 Illinois $56,023 Oregon $55,814 Delaware $55,661

New Hampshire $55,564 Virginia $55,347 Pennsylvania $54,715 Nevada $54,396 North Dakota $54,292 Michigan $54,127 Wisconsin $54,067 Vermont $53,946

Texas $53,610 Maine $53,588 Arizona $53,555 Ohio $53,517 Georgia $53,011 Indiana $52,759 Wyoming $52,709 Utah $52,632

Iowa $52,599 Kansas $52,335 Louisiana $52,258 North Carolina $52,231 Missouri $52,220 Florida $52,006 Montana $51,890 Nebraska $51,780

Kentucky $51,720 South Carolina $51,500 Tennessee $51,362 Idaho $51,307 New Mexico $50,906 Oklahoma $50,818 Alabama $50,494 South Dakota $49,950

Arkansas $49,653 West Virginia $49,494 Mississippi $49,016

Top Paying Cities for Academic Counselor Lead

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

The Lakes: $53,407
Alamo: $54,960
Henderson: $53,418

The Lakes, NV $53,407

Alamo, NV $54,960

Henderson, NV $53,418

Beatty, NV $55,024

Blue Diamond, NV $53,480

Boulder City, NV $53,548

Bunkerville, NV $54,671

Caliente, NV $54,786

Dyer, NV $54,976

Goldfield, NV $54,950

Hiko, NV $54,842

Indian Springs, NV $54,157

Jean, NV $53,895

Amargosa Valley, NV $55,010

Logandale, NV $54,616

Manhattan, NV $55,046

Mercury, NV $54,853

Mesquite, NV $54,988

Moapa, NV $54,184

Laughlin, NV $54,768

North Las Vegas, NV $53,407

Coyote Springs, NV $54,561

Cal Nev Ari, NV $54,536

Overton, NV $54,033

Pahrump, NV $54,634

Panaca, NV $54,729

Pioche, NV $54,737

Round Mountain, NV $54,972

Searchlight, NV $54,281

Silverpeak, NV $55,143

Tonopah, NV $54,970

Sloan, NV $53,438

Las Vegas, NV $53,407

Nellis Afb, NV $53,407

Ely, NV $54,957

Austin, NV $54,924

Baker, NV $54,722

Duckwater, NV $55,000

Eureka, NV $54,955

Lund, NV $54,952

Mc Gill, NV $55,031

Ruth, NV $55,152

Crystal Bay, NV $55,679

Dayton, NV $54,982

Denio, NV $54,823

Empire, NV $54,962

Fallon, NV $55,057

Fernley, NV $55,097

Gabbs, NV $54,973

Gardnerville, NV $55,107

Genoa, NV $55,010

Gerlach, NV $54,986

Glenbrook, NV $55,064

Golconda, NV $54,947

Hawthorne, NV $55,063

Imlay, NV $54,983

Lovelock, NV $55,056

Luning, NV $55,072

Mc Dermitt, NV $54,793

Mina, NV $54,961

Minden, NV $54,967

Nixon, NV $54,982

Orovada, NV $54,865

Paradise Valley, NV $54,934

Schurz, NV $55,006

Silver City, NV $54,886

Silver Springs, NV $55,081

Smith, NV $55,048

Sparks, NV $55,073

Sun Valley, NV $55,075

Valmy, NV $55,050

Verdi, NV $55,162

Virginia City, NV $54,916

Wadsworth, NV $55,052

Wellington, NV $55,055

Winnemucca, NV $55,014

Yerington, NV $55,036

Zephyr Cove, NV $55,120

Stateline, NV $55,143

Incline Village, NV $55,224

Reno, NV $55,072

Carson City, NV $54,831

Washoe Valley, NV $54,873

Elko, NV $55,075

Spring Creek, NV $55,077

Battle Mountain, NV $55,001

Crescent Valley, NV $54,981

Carlin, NV $55,042

Deeth, NV $54,960

Halleck, NV $54,960

Jackpot, NV $54,512

Jarbidge, NV $54,633

Lamoille, NV $54,993

Montello, NV $54,632

Mountain City, NV $54,789

Owyhee, NV $54,642

Ruby Valley, NV $54,939

Tuscarora, NV $54,898

Wells, NV $54,893

West Wendover, NV $54,942

Academic Counselor Lead Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Academic Counselor Lead's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

$48,840

Average $54,396/year

$62,314

$4,070

Average $4,533/month

$5,193

$939

Average $1,046/week

$1,198

$23

Average $26/hour

$30

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$62,314	$5,193	$1,198	$30
Average	$54,396	$4,533	$1,046	$26
25th Percentile	$48,840	$4,070	$939	$23

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