Rehabilitation Counselors Salary in Eastern New Mexico

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Eastern New Mexico nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $56,120 +21.7% vs national
Median hourly $26.98
10th percentile $36,700
90th percentile $68,950
Employed locally 40
National median $46,110

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $36,700
    25th
    $38,220
    50th (median)
    $56,120
    75th
    $61,460
    90th
    $68,950

    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 Eastern New Mexico

    OccupationMedian salary
    Child, Family, and School Social Workers$51,520
    Social and Human Service Assistants$44,850
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors$75,140
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors$73,470
    Healthcare Social Workers$57,430
    Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers$68,370

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Rehabilitation Counselors make per hour in Eastern New Mexico?

    The median hourly wage for Rehabilitation Counselors in Eastern New Mexico is $26.98, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $33.15 or more per hour.

    Is Eastern New Mexico above or below average for Rehabilitation Counselors salaries?

    The median Rehabilitation Counselors salary in Eastern New Mexico is 21.7% 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 Eastern New Mexico?

    Entry-level Rehabilitation Counselors (10th percentile) earn around $36,700 per year in Eastern New Mexico. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $38,220.