Rehabilitation Counselors Salary in Jackson, MS

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Jackson, MS

Median annual salary $43,120 -6.5% vs national
Median hourly $20.73
10th percentile $29,270
90th percentile $85,770
Employed locally 120
National median $46,110

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $29,270
    25th
    $37,710
    50th (median)
    $43,120
    75th
    $56,620
    90th
    $85,770

    Jackson economic context

    Unemployment rate 2.80% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $60,489 2023 • Census ACS
    Rehabilitation Counselors salary vs area income 71% Median Rehabilitation Counselors salary is 29% 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
    Williamsport, PA $48,800
    Memphis, TN-MS-AR $43,490
    Gulfport-Biloxi, MS $41,620

    Related occupations in Jackson, MS

    OccupationMedian salary
    Child, Family, and School Social Workers $44,690
    Social and Human Service Assistants $30,110
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors $55,660
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors $50,510
    Healthcare Social Workers $60,630
    Health Education Specialists $47,220

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Rehabilitation Counselors make per hour in Jackson?

    The median hourly wage for Rehabilitation Counselors in Jackson, MS is $20.73, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $41.24 or more per hour.

    Is Jackson above or below average for Rehabilitation Counselors salaries?

    The median Rehabilitation Counselors salary in Jackson, MS is 6.5% 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 Jackson?

    Entry-level Rehabilitation Counselors (10th percentile) earn around $29,270 per year in Jackson, MS. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $37,710.