Rehabilitation Counselors Salary in Southwest New York

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

Median annual salary $44,830 -2.8% vs national
Median hourly $21.55
10th percentile $37,700
90th percentile $66,130
Employed locally 80
National median $46,110

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $37,700
    25th
    $38,810
    50th (median)
    $44,830
    75th
    $52,410
    90th
    $66,130

    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 New York

    OccupationMedian salary
    Social and Human Service Assistants$41,410
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors$56,880
    Child, Family, and School Social Workers$59,900
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors$50,820
    Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers$65,860
    Healthcare Social Workers$56,180

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Rehabilitation Counselors make per hour in Southwest New York?

    The median hourly wage for Rehabilitation Counselors in Southwest New York is $21.55, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $37.74 or more per hour.

    Is Southwest New York above or below average for Rehabilitation Counselors salaries?

    The median Rehabilitation Counselors salary in Southwest New York is 2.8% 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 New York?

    Entry-level Rehabilitation Counselors (10th percentile) earn around $37,700 per year in Southwest New York. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $38,810.