Rehabilitation Counselors Salary in Massachusetts

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Massachusetts nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $50,230 +8.9% vs national
Median hourly $24.15
10th percentile $37,610
90th percentile $116,200
Employed locally 50
National median $46,110

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $37,610
    25th
    $39,230
    50th (median)
    $50,230
    75th
    $105,940
    90th
    $116,200

    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 Massachusetts

    OccupationMedian salary
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors$61,720
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors$79,850
    Healthcare Social Workers$57,970
    Child, Family, and School Social Workers$48,690
    Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers$63,190
    Social and Human Service Assistants$47,700

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Rehabilitation Counselors make per hour in Massachusetts?

    The median hourly wage for Rehabilitation Counselors in Massachusetts is $24.15, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $54.81 or more per hour.

    Is Massachusetts above or below average for Rehabilitation Counselors salaries?

    The median Rehabilitation Counselors salary in Massachusetts is 8.9% 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 Massachusetts?

    Entry-level Rehabilitation Counselors (10th percentile) earn around $37,610 per year in Massachusetts. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $39,230.