Rehabilitation Counselors Salary in Helena, MT

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Helena, MT

Median annual salary $42,210 -8.5% vs national
Median hourly $20.29
10th percentile $34,930
90th percentile $62,830
Employed locally 60
National median $46,110

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $34,930
    25th
    $37,370
    50th (median)
    $42,210
    75th
    $55,000
    90th
    $62,830

    Helena economic context

    Unemployment rate 2.70% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $74,040 2023 • Census ACS
    Rehabilitation Counselors salary vs area income 57% Median Rehabilitation Counselors salary is 43% below the area median household income

    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

    Nearby metros — Rehabilitation Counselors salary comparison

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Bozeman, MT $47,880
    Billings, MT $42,260
    Missoula, MT $41,630
    Binghamton, NY $38,140
    Sumter, SC $31,020

    Related occupations in Helena, MT

    OccupationMedian salary
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors $57,170
    Social and Human Service Assistants $36,330
    Child, Family, and School Social Workers $47,990
    Directors, Religious Activities and Education $38,670
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors $61,540
    Social Workers, All Other $52,300

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Rehabilitation Counselors make per hour in Helena?

    The median hourly wage for Rehabilitation Counselors in Helena, MT is $20.29, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $27.54 or more per hour.

    Is Helena above or below average for Rehabilitation Counselors salaries?

    The median Rehabilitation Counselors salary in Helena, MT is 8.5% 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 Helena?

    Entry-level Rehabilitation Counselors (10th percentile) earn around $34,930 per year in Helena, MT. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $37,370.