Rehabilitation Counselors Salary in Southwest Minnesota

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

Median annual salary $45,790 -0.7% vs national
Median hourly $22.02
10th percentile $36,040
90th percentile $68,040
Employed locally 90
National median $46,110

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $36,040
    25th
    $41,600
    50th (median)
    $45,790
    75th
    $54,280
    90th
    $68,040

    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 Minnesota

    OccupationMedian salary
    Social and Human Service Assistants $48,690
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors $54,160
    Social Workers, All Other $75,240
    Child, Family, and School Social Workers $62,940
    Marriage and Family Therapists $73,990
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors $63,540

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Rehabilitation Counselors in Southwest Minnesota is $22.02, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $34.18 or more per hour.

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

    The median Rehabilitation Counselors salary in Southwest Minnesota is 0.7% 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 Minnesota?

    Entry-level Rehabilitation Counselors (10th percentile) earn around $36,040 per year in Southwest Minnesota. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $41,600.