How much does a rehabilitation counselor make in Anchorage?
$60,700a year
Median yearly pay for rehabilitation counselors in the Anchorage, AK metro area. That is $29.18 an hour or $5,058 a month.
- Hourly
- $29.18
- Vs. national median
- +30%
- Rank among cities
- 20 of 281
- Jobs in the area
- 60
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $44,030Median: $60,700Highest 10%: $96,980
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $44,030 | $21.17 | |
| 25th | $44,030 | $21.17 | |
| Median | $60,700 | $29.18 | |
| 75th | $79,260 | $38.11 | |
| 90th | $96,980 | $46.63 |
Other cities in Alaska
Median yearly pay for rehabilitation counselors.
| No other city in the state with data. |
Related jobs in Anchorage
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Educational | $82,900 |
| Substance Abuse | $81,120 |
| Probation Officer and Correctional Treatment Specialist | $76,650 |
| Health Education Specialist | $72,400 |
| Social Worker | $71,420 |
| Child | $64,640 |
| Marriage and Family Therapist | $60,010 |
| Clergy | $58,280 |
| Healthcare Social Worker | $56,160 |
| Community and Social Service Specialist | $54,650 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a rehabilitation counselor make an hour in Anchorage?
The median hourly pay in the Anchorage, AK metro area is $29.18 ($60,700 a year).
Do rehabilitation counselors make more in Anchorage than the national average?
Yes: $60,700 against $46,850 nationally, 30% more.
How does Anchorage compare with the rest of Alaska?
The median in Alaska is $61,590, so Anchorage pays 1% less.
Where does Anchorage rank for rehabilitation counselor pay?
20 of 281 metro areas with data.
How much does a rehabilitation counselor make starting out in Anchorage?
The lowest-paid 10% make $44,030 or less a year; the top 10% make $96,980 or more.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.