How much does a rehabilitation counselor make in Charlottesville?
$59,260a year
Median yearly pay for rehabilitation counselors in the Charlottesville, VA metro area. That is $28.49 an hour or $4,938 a month.
- Hourly
- $28.49
- Vs. national median
- +26%
- Rank among cities
- 23 of 281
- Jobs in the area
- 50
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $38,930Median: $59,260Highest 10%: $100,900
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $38,930 | $18.72 | |
| 25th | $48,840 | $23.48 | |
| Median | $59,260 | $28.49 | |
| 75th | $75,100 | $36.11 | |
| 90th | $100,900 | $48.51 |
Other cities in Virginia
Median yearly pay for rehabilitation counselors.
| Roanoke, VA | $51,840 |
| Richmond, VA | $48,890 |
| Washington, DC | $48,290 |
| Lynchburg, VA | $45,120 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $45,040 |
Related jobs in Charlottesville
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Healthcare Social Worker | $68,370 |
| Educational | $63,330 |
| Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Worker | $61,970 |
| Child | $59,190 |
| Probation Officer and Correctional Treatment Specialist | $58,830 |
| Substance Abuse | $57,220 |
| Social and Human Service Assistant | $44,270 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a rehabilitation counselor make an hour in Charlottesville?
The median hourly pay in the Charlottesville, VA metro area is $28.49 ($59,260 a year).
Do rehabilitation counselors make more in Charlottesville than the national average?
Yes: $59,260 against $46,850 nationally, 26% more.
How does Charlottesville compare with the rest of Virginia?
The median in Virginia is $47,530, so Charlottesville pays 25% more.
Where does Charlottesville rank for rehabilitation counselor pay?
23 of 281 metro areas with data.
How much does a rehabilitation counselor make starting out in Charlottesville?
The lowest-paid 10% make $38,930 or less a year; the top 10% make $100,900 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.