How much does a rehabilitation counselor make in Fargo?
$61,420a year
Median yearly pay for rehabilitation counselors in the Fargo, ND-MN metro area. That is $29.53 an hour or $5,118 a month.
- Hourly
- $29.53
- Vs. national median
- +31%
- Rank among cities
- 16 of 281
- Jobs in the area
- 80
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $41,550Median: $61,420Highest 10%: $88,000
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $41,550 | $19.98 | |
| 25th | $50,050 | $24.06 | |
| Median | $61,420 | $29.53 | |
| 75th | $64,260 | $30.89 | |
| 90th | $88,000 | $42.31 |
Other cities in North Dakota
Median yearly pay for rehabilitation counselors.
| Bismarck, ND | $66,700 |
Related jobs in Fargo
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Social Worker | $77,450 |
| Marriage and Family Therapist | $73,210 |
| Probation Officer and Correctional Treatment Specialist | $70,830 |
| Healthcare Social Worker | $62,860 |
| Substance Abuse | $60,130 |
| Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Worker | $59,870 |
| Child | $59,860 |
| Health Education Specialist | $58,410 |
| Educational | $52,960 |
| Community and Social Service Specialist | $50,700 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a rehabilitation counselor make an hour in Fargo?
The median hourly pay in the Fargo, ND-MN metro area is $29.53 ($61,420 a year).
Do rehabilitation counselors make more in Fargo than the national average?
Yes: $61,420 against $46,850 nationally, 31% more.
How does Fargo compare with the rest of North Dakota?
The median in North Dakota is $63,050, so Fargo pays 3% less.
Where does Fargo rank for rehabilitation counselor pay?
16 of 281 metro areas with data.
How much does a rehabilitation counselor make starting out in Fargo?
The lowest-paid 10% make $41,550 or less a year; the top 10% make $88,000 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.