Rehabilitation Counselors Salary in Central Pennsylvania

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Central Pennsylvania nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $57,630 +25% vs national
Median hourly $27.71
10th percentile $33,630
90th percentile $84,270
Employed locally 130
National median $46,110

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $33,630
    25th
    $46,970
    50th (median)
    $57,630
    75th
    $70,550
    90th
    $84,270

    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 Central Pennsylvania

    OccupationMedian salary
    Social and Human Service Assistants $44,140
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors $50,080
    Child, Family, and School Social Workers $50,360
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors $61,770
    Healthcare Social Workers $60,240
    Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists $58,950

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Rehabilitation Counselors make per hour in Central Pennsylvania?

    The median hourly wage for Rehabilitation Counselors in Central Pennsylvania is $27.71, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $39.53 or more per hour.

    Is Central Pennsylvania above or below average for Rehabilitation Counselors salaries?

    The median Rehabilitation Counselors salary in Central Pennsylvania is 25% above 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 Central Pennsylvania?

    Entry-level Rehabilitation Counselors (10th percentile) earn around $33,630 per year in Central Pennsylvania. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $46,970.