Rehabilitation Counselors Salary in Southwest Iowa

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southwest Iowa nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $43,280 -6.1% vs national
Median hourly $20.81
10th percentile $30,230
90th percentile $47,470
Employed locally 90
National median $46,110

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $30,230
    25th
    $34,350
    50th (median)
    $43,280
    75th
    $44,050
    90th
    $47,470

    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 Southwest Iowa

    OccupationMedian salary
    Social and Human Service Assistants $39,830
    Child, Family, and School Social Workers $46,880
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors $52,000
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors $56,860
    Healthcare Social Workers $60,160
    Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers $49,940

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Rehabilitation Counselors make per hour in Southwest Iowa?

    The median hourly wage for Rehabilitation Counselors in Southwest Iowa is $20.81, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $22.63 or more per hour.

    Is Southwest Iowa above or below average for Rehabilitation Counselors salaries?

    The median Rehabilitation Counselors salary in Southwest Iowa is 6.1% 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 Southwest Iowa?

    Entry-level Rehabilitation Counselors (10th percentile) earn around $30,230 per year in Southwest Iowa. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $34,350.