How much does a rehabilitation counselor make in Houston?
$50,990a year
Median yearly pay for rehabilitation counselors in the Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX metro area. That is $24.51 an hour or $4,249 a month.
- Hourly
- $24.51
- Vs. national median
- +9%
- Rank among cities
- 69 of 281
- Jobs in the area
- 300
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $30,070Median: $50,990Highest 10%: $67,400
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $30,070 | $14.46 | |
| 25th | $35,670 | $17.15 | |
| Median | $50,990 | $24.51 | |
| 75th | $59,770 | $28.74 | |
| 90th | $67,400 | $32.40 |
Other cities in Texas
Median yearly pay for rehabilitation counselors.
| San Antonio, TX | $54,090 |
| Dallas, TX | $50,600 |
| Austin, TX | $48,360 |
| El Paso, TX | $48,120 |
| Tyler, TX | $40,850 |
Related jobs in Houston
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Director | $83,480 |
| Social Worker | $82,610 |
| Educational | $75,930 |
| Health Education Specialist | $75,350 |
| Healthcare Social Worker | $71,900 |
| Substance Abuse | $67,370 |
| Clergy | $61,010 |
| Child | $56,670 |
| Counselor | $54,450 |
| Probation Officer and Correctional Treatment Specialist | $51,820 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a rehabilitation counselor make an hour in Houston?
The median hourly pay in the Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX metro area is $24.51 ($50,990 a year).
Do rehabilitation counselors make more in Houston than the national average?
Yes: $50,990 against $46,850 nationally, 9% more.
How does Houston compare with the rest of Texas?
The median in Texas is $49,990, so Houston pays 2% more.
Where does Houston rank for rehabilitation counselor pay?
69 of 281 metro areas with data.
How much does a rehabilitation counselor make starting out in Houston?
The lowest-paid 10% make $30,070 or less a year; the top 10% make $67,400 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.