Rehabilitation Counselors Salary in East Kentucky

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

Median annual salary $63,190 +37% vs national
Median hourly $30.38
10th percentile $35,560
90th percentile $75,550
Employed locally 120
National median $46,110

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $35,560
    25th
    $48,550
    50th (median)
    $63,190
    75th
    $68,350
    90th
    $75,550

    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 Kentucky

    OccupationMedian salary
    Child, Family, and School Social Workers $53,470
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors $46,100
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors $60,320
    Social and Human Service Assistants $34,960
    Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers $37,500
    Healthcare Social Workers $49,980

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Rehabilitation Counselors make per hour in East Kentucky?

    The median hourly wage for Rehabilitation Counselors in East Kentucky is $30.38, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $25.75 or more per hour.

    Is East Kentucky above or below average for Rehabilitation Counselors salaries?

    The median Rehabilitation Counselors salary in East Kentucky is 37% 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 Kentucky?

    Entry-level Rehabilitation Counselors (10th percentile) earn around $35,560 per year in East Kentucky. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $48,550.