Rehabilitation Counselors Salary in Western North Carolina

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Western North Carolina nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $45,980 -0.3% vs national
Median hourly $22.11
10th percentile $29,380
90th percentile $61,810
Employed locally 260
National median $46,110

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $29,380
    25th
    $37,070
    50th (median)
    $45,980
    75th
    $50,950
    90th
    $61,810

    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 Western North Carolina

    OccupationMedian salary
    Child, Family, and School Social Workers $53,940
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors $52,220
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors $50,280
    Social and Human Service Assistants $43,510
    Healthcare Social Workers $52,720
    Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers $50,470

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Rehabilitation Counselors make per hour in Western North Carolina?

    The median hourly wage for Rehabilitation Counselors in Western North Carolina is $22.11, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $28.73 or more per hour.

    Is Western North Carolina above or below average for Rehabilitation Counselors salaries?

    The median Rehabilitation Counselors salary in Western North Carolina is 0.3% 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 Western North Carolina?

    Entry-level Rehabilitation Counselors (10th percentile) earn around $29,380 per year in Western North Carolina. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $37,070.