Rehabilitation Counselors Salary in East Central Illinois

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

Median annual salary $50,300 +9.1% vs national
Median hourly $24.18
10th percentile $34,630
90th percentile $76,900
Employed locally 150
National median $46,110

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $34,630
    25th
    $43,400
    50th (median)
    $50,300
    75th
    $63,900
    90th
    $76,900

    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 East Central Illinois

    OccupationMedian salary
    Social and Human Service Assistants$42,850
    Child, Family, and School Social Workers$54,080
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors$47,830
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors$57,120
    Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists$79,190
    Social Workers, All Other$61,590

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Rehabilitation Counselors make per hour in East Central Illinois?

    The median hourly wage for Rehabilitation Counselors in East Central Illinois is $24.18, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $37.47 or more per hour.

    Is East Central Illinois above or below average for Rehabilitation Counselors salaries?

    The median Rehabilitation Counselors salary in East Central Illinois is 9.1% 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 East Central Illinois?

    Entry-level Rehabilitation Counselors (10th percentile) earn around $34,630 per year in East Central Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $43,400.