Rehabilitation Counselors Salary in Southwest Virginia

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

Median annual salary $34,760 -24.6% vs national
Median hourly $16.71
10th percentile $31,200
90th percentile $64,690
National median $46,110

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $31,200
    25th
    $34,760
    50th (median)
    $34,760
    75th
    $49,870
    90th
    $64,690

    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 Virginia

    OccupationMedian salary
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors $53,830
    Social and Human Service Assistants $38,230
    Child, Family, and School Social Workers $49,580
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors $60,470
    Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists $48,350
    Healthcare Social Workers $50,600

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Rehabilitation Counselors in Southwest Virginia is $16.71, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $25.33 or more per hour.

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

    The median Rehabilitation Counselors salary in Southwest Virginia is 24.6% 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 Virginia?

    Entry-level Rehabilitation Counselors (10th percentile) earn around $31,200 per year in Southwest Virginia. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $34,760.