How much does a rehabilitation counselor make in New Jersey?
$49,730a year
Median yearly pay for rehabilitation counselors in New Jersey. That is $23.91 an hour or $4,144 a month.
- Hourly
- $23.91
- Vs. national median
- +6%
- Rank among states
- 14 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 1,630
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $39,700Median: $49,730Highest 10%: $92,670
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $39,700 | $19.09 | |
| 25th | $45,050 | $21.66 | |
| Median | $49,730 | $23.91 | |
| 75th | $69,740 | $33.53 | |
| 90th | $92,670 | $44.55 |
Cities in New Jersey
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Trenton, NJ | $69,740 |
| Atlantic City, NJ | $66,950 |
| New York, NY | $50,000 |
| Philadelphia, PA | $48,660 |
| Allentown, PA | $43,600 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for rehabilitation counselors.
| 11. Maine | $51,150 |
| 12. Vermont | $50,030 |
| 13. Texas | $49,990 |
| 14. New Jersey | $49,730 |
| 15. District of Columbia | $49,680 |
| 16. Illinois | $49,350 |
| 17. South Dakota | $49,350 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a rehabilitation counselor make an hour in New Jersey?
The median hourly pay in New Jersey is $23.91 ($49,730 a year).
Do rehabilitation counselors make more in New Jersey than the national average?
Yes: $49,730 against $46,850 nationally, 6% more.
Where does New Jersey rank for rehabilitation counselor pay?
New Jersey ranks 14 of 51 states.
Which city in New Jersey pays rehabilitation counselors the most?
Trenton-Princeton, NJ, with a median of $69,740 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.