Rehabilitation Counselors Salary in Eastern North Carolina

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Eastern North Carolina nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $47,830 +3.7% vs national
Median hourly $23.00
10th percentile $33,050
90th percentile $58,990
Employed locally 190
National median $46,110

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $33,050
    25th
    $37,690
    50th (median)
    $47,830
    75th
    $50,120
    90th
    $58,990

    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 North Carolina

    OccupationMedian salary
    Child, Family, and School Social Workers$53,480
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors$56,140
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors$47,930
    Social and Human Service Assistants$41,040
    Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists$55,170
    Healthcare Social Workers$60,910

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Rehabilitation Counselors make per hour in Eastern North Carolina?

    The median hourly wage for Rehabilitation Counselors in Eastern North Carolina is $23.00, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $26.94 or more per hour.

    Is Eastern North Carolina above or below average for Rehabilitation Counselors salaries?

    The median Rehabilitation Counselors salary in Eastern North Carolina is 3.7% 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 North Carolina?

    Entry-level Rehabilitation Counselors (10th percentile) earn around $33,050 per year in Eastern North Carolina. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $37,690.