How much does a rehabilitation counselor make in Memphis?
$43,310a year
Median yearly pay for rehabilitation counselors in the Memphis, TN-MS-AR metro area. That is $20.82 an hour or $3,609 a month.
- Hourly
- $20.82
- Vs. national median
- -8%
- Rank among cities
- 195 of 281
- Jobs in the area
- 220
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $36,990Median: $43,310Highest 10%: $58,470
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $36,990 | $17.78 | |
| 25th | $37,160 | $17.87 | |
| Median | $43,310 | $20.82 | |
| 75th | $50,890 | $24.47 | |
| 90th | $58,470 | $28.11 |
Other cities in Tennessee
Median yearly pay for rehabilitation counselors.
| Chattanooga, TN | $49,450 |
| Johnson City, TN | $47,020 |
| Nashville, TN | $46,490 |
| Knoxville, TN | $44,060 |
| Jackson, TN | $40,190 |
Related jobs in Memphis
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Educational | $65,290 |
| Healthcare Social Worker | $64,430 |
| Clergy | $59,240 |
| Probation Officer and Correctional Treatment Specialist | $58,010 |
| Child | $56,090 |
| Social Worker | $53,680 |
| Substance Abuse | $50,260 |
| Community and Social Service Specialist | $49,870 |
| Health Education Specialist | $49,630 |
| Counselor | $49,600 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a rehabilitation counselor make an hour in Memphis?
The median hourly pay in the Memphis, TN-MS-AR metro area is $20.82 ($43,310 a year).
Do rehabilitation counselors make more in Memphis than the national average?
No: $43,310 against $46,850 nationally, 8% less.
How does Memphis compare with the rest of Tennessee?
The median in Tennessee is $46,060, so Memphis pays 6% less.
Where does Memphis rank for rehabilitation counselor pay?
195 of 281 metro areas with data.
How much does a rehabilitation counselor make starting out in Memphis?
The lowest-paid 10% make $36,990 or less a year; the top 10% make $58,470 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.