Rehabilitation Counselors Salary in Connecticut

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Connecticut nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $42,800 -7.2% vs national
Median hourly $20.58
10th percentile $40,130
90th percentile $91,870
Employed locally 180
National median $46,110

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $40,130
    25th
    $42,250
    50th (median)
    $42,800
    75th
    $55,770
    90th
    $91,870

    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 Connecticut

    OccupationMedian salary
    Social and Human Service Assistants $46,740
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors $63,430
    Child, Family, and School Social Workers $77,760
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors $67,900
    Healthcare Social Workers $71,940
    Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers $70,920

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Rehabilitation Counselors make per hour in Connecticut?

    The median hourly wage for Rehabilitation Counselors in Connecticut is $20.58, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $46.70 or more per hour.

    Is Connecticut above or below average for Rehabilitation Counselors salaries?

    The median Rehabilitation Counselors salary in Connecticut is 7.2% 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 Connecticut?

    Entry-level Rehabilitation Counselors (10th percentile) earn around $40,130 per year in Connecticut. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $42,250.