Rehabilitation Counselors Salary (2025)
Based on 94,740 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $35,060 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $38,770 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $46,850 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $59,260 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $77,170 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$35K
25th
$39K
Median
$47K
75th
$59K
90th
$77K
Highest Paying States for Rehabilitation Counselors
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| Alaska | $70,080 |
| North Dakota | $65,880 |
| District of Columbia | $63,780 |
| Connecticut | $62,980 |
| Washington | $62,270 |
| Louisiana | $61,950 |
| Wyoming | $60,080 |
| New Jersey | $59,410 |
| Rhode Island | $59,310 |
| Massachusetts | $59,030 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Rehabilitation Counselors salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is Alaska at an average of $70,080 per year, while Massachusetts has an average of $59,030 — a difference of $11,050. These geographic differences reflect variations in cost of living, demand, and local labor market conditions.
Highest Paying Metro Areas
Top cities by average annual wage
About Rehabilitation Counselors
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 94,740 workers were employed as Rehabilitation Counselorss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Community and Social Service Occupations. The annual mean wage of $51,820 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 21-1015