Rehabilitation Counselors Salary in Capital/Northern New York

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Capital/Northern New York nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $43,620 -5.4% vs national
Median hourly $20.97
10th percentile $36,400
90th percentile $82,730
Employed locally 130
National median $46,110

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $36,400
    25th
    $37,830
    50th (median)
    $43,620
    75th
    $68,160
    90th
    $82,730

    Top-paying metros for Rehabilitation Counselors

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Alaska nonmetropolitan area $83,370
    Alaska $82,400
    District of Columbia $74,410
    Reno, NV $73,510
    Trenton-Princeton, NJ $69,740
    Johnstown, PA $69,080

    Related occupations in Capital/Northern New York

    OccupationMedian salary
    Social and Human Service Assistants$44,980
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors$60,990
    Child, Family, and School Social Workers$58,170
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors$55,140
    Healthcare Social Workers$63,030
    Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers$67,430

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Rehabilitation Counselors make per hour in Capital/Northern New York?

    The median hourly wage for Rehabilitation Counselors in Capital/Northern New York is $20.97, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $39.48 or more per hour.

    Is Capital/Northern New York above or below average for Rehabilitation Counselors salaries?

    The median Rehabilitation Counselors salary in Capital/Northern New York is 5.4% below the national median of $46,110. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Rehabilitation Counselors in Capital/Northern New York?

    Entry-level Rehabilitation Counselors (10th percentile) earn around $36,400 per year in Capital/Northern New York. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $37,830.