Rehabilitation Counselors Salary in South Central Wisconsin

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • South Central Wisconsin nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $36,830 -20.1% vs national
Median hourly $17.71
10th percentile $28,570
90th percentile $67,600
Employed locally 120
National median $46,110

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $28,570
    25th
    $29,330
    50th (median)
    $36,830
    75th
    $54,640
    90th
    $67,600

    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 South Central Wisconsin

    OccupationMedian salary
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors $63,810
    Child, Family, and School Social Workers $62,070
    Social and Human Service Assistants $53,370
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors $60,610
    Healthcare Social Workers $60,680
    Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers $62,650

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Rehabilitation Counselors make per hour in South Central Wisconsin?

    The median hourly wage for Rehabilitation Counselors in South Central Wisconsin is $17.71, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $34.28 or more per hour.

    Is South Central Wisconsin above or below average for Rehabilitation Counselors salaries?

    The median Rehabilitation Counselors salary in South Central Wisconsin is 20.1% 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 South Central Wisconsin?

    Entry-level Rehabilitation Counselors (10th percentile) earn around $28,570 per year in South Central Wisconsin. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $29,330.