How much does a rehabilitation counselor make in Georgia?
$55,000a year
Median yearly pay for rehabilitation counselors in Georgia. That is $26.44 an hour or $4,583 a month.
- Hourly
- $26.44
- Vs. national median
- +17%
- Rank among states
- 7 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 740
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $34,900Median: $55,000Highest 10%: $85,510
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $34,900 | $16.78 | |
| 25th | $45,010 | $21.64 | |
| Median | $55,000 | $26.44 | |
| 75th | $62,980 | $30.28 | |
| 90th | $85,510 | $41.11 |
Cities in Georgia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Atlanta, GA | $55,000 |
| Savannah, GA | $55,000 |
| Chattanooga, TN | $49,450 |
| Augusta, GA | $35,580 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for rehabilitation counselors.
| 4. Kentucky | $58,540 |
| 5. Washington | $58,050 |
| 6. Connecticut | $56,340 |
| 7. Georgia | $55,000 |
| 8. Oregon | $54,970 |
| 9. Idaho | $54,550 |
| 10. Alabama | $54,040 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a rehabilitation counselor make an hour in Georgia?
The median hourly pay in Georgia is $26.44 ($55,000 a year).
Do rehabilitation counselors make more in Georgia than the national average?
Yes: $55,000 against $46,850 nationally, 17% more.
Where does Georgia rank for rehabilitation counselor pay?
Georgia ranks 7 of 51 states.
Which city in Georgia pays rehabilitation counselors the most?
Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA, with a median of $55,000 a year.
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.