How much does a rehabilitation counselor make in Atlanta?
$55,000a year
Median yearly pay for rehabilitation counselors in the Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA metro area. That is $26.44 an hour or $4,583 a month.
- Hourly
- $26.44
- Vs. national median
- +17%
- Rank among cities
- 49 of 281
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $40,170Median: $55,000Highest 10%: $88,890
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $40,170 | $19.31 | |
| 25th | $46,320 | $22.27 | |
| Median | $55,000 | $26.44 | |
| 75th | $65,490 | $31.49 | |
| 90th | $88,890 | $42.74 |
Other cities in Georgia
Median yearly pay for rehabilitation counselors.
| Chattanooga, TN | $49,450 |
| Augusta, GA | $35,580 |
Related jobs in Atlanta
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Health Education Specialist | $112,500 |
| Marriage and Family Therapist | $101,500 |
| Director | $93,120 |
| Counselor | $79,490 |
| Educational | $67,730 |
| Social Worker | $67,260 |
| Healthcare Social Worker | $65,280 |
| Clergy | $65,150 |
| Probation Officer and Correctional Treatment Specialist | $61,270 |
| Substance Abuse | $60,880 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a rehabilitation counselor make an hour in Atlanta?
The median hourly pay in the Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA metro area is $26.44 ($55,000 a year).
Do rehabilitation counselors make more in Atlanta than the national average?
Yes: $55,000 against $46,850 nationally, 17% more.
How does Atlanta compare with the rest of Georgia?
The median in Georgia is $55,000, so Atlanta pays 0% more.
Where does Atlanta rank for rehabilitation counselor pay?
49 of 281 metro areas with data.
How much does a rehabilitation counselor make starting out in Atlanta?
The lowest-paid 10% make $40,170 or less a year; the top 10% make $88,890 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.