How much does a rehabilitation counselor make in Austin?
$48,360a year
Median yearly pay for rehabilitation counselors in the Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos, TX metro area. That is $23.25 an hour or $4,030 a month.
- Hourly
- $23.25
- Vs. national median
- +3%
- Rank among cities
- 102 of 281
- Jobs in the area
- 260
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $37,180Median: $48,360Highest 10%: $65,280
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $37,180 | $17.88 | |
| 25th | $47,630 | $22.90 | |
| Median | $48,360 | $23.25 | |
| 75th | $57,750 | $27.76 | |
| 90th | $65,280 | $31.38 |
Other cities in Texas
Median yearly pay for rehabilitation counselors.
| San Antonio, TX | $54,090 |
| Houston, TX | $50,990 |
| Dallas, TX | $50,600 |
| El Paso, TX | $48,120 |
| Tyler, TX | $40,850 |
Related jobs in Austin
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Healthcare Social Worker | $76,020 |
| Health Education Specialist | $71,340 |
| Substance Abuse | $66,780 |
| Probation Officer and Correctional Treatment Specialist | $63,150 |
| Clergy | $62,670 |
| Social Worker | $61,690 |
| Educational | $61,570 |
| Child | $58,640 |
| Counselor | $54,240 |
| Community and Social Service Specialist | $52,530 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a rehabilitation counselor make an hour in Austin?
The median hourly pay in the Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos, TX metro area is $23.25 ($48,360 a year).
Do rehabilitation counselors make more in Austin than the national average?
Yes: $48,360 against $46,850 nationally, 3% more.
How does Austin compare with the rest of Texas?
The median in Texas is $49,990, so Austin pays 3% less.
Where does Austin rank for rehabilitation counselor pay?
102 of 281 metro areas with data.
How much does a rehabilitation counselor make starting out in Austin?
The lowest-paid 10% make $37,180 or less a year; the top 10% make $65,280 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.