Residential Advisors Hourly Pay
As of May 2025, the median hourly wage for residential advisors in the United States was $20.31, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OES survey.
Hourly Wage Percentiles
| Percentile | Hourly Wage |
|---|---|
| 10th | $14.36 |
| 25th | $17.07 |
| Median | $20.31 |
| 75th | $24.00 |
| 90th | $29.36 |
Data source: BLS OES national file · U.S. BLS OES survey, May 2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do residential advisors make an hour?
The median hourly wage is $20.31; the mean hourly wage is $21.15.
What is the entry-level hourly pay for residential advisors?
Workers at the 10th percentile earn about $14.36 per hour — a common proxy for entry-level pay.
What is the top hourly pay for residential advisors?
Workers at the 90th percentile earn about $29.36 per hour.