How much does a rehabilitation counselor make in Portland?
$66,480a year
Median yearly pay for rehabilitation counselors in the Portland-South Portland, ME metro area. That is $31.96 an hour or $5,540 a month.
- Hourly
- $31.96
- Vs. national median
- +42%
- Rank among cities
- 9 of 281
- Jobs in the area
- 60
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $51,550Median: $66,480Highest 10%: $99,750
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $51,550 | $24.78 | |
| 25th | $58,570 | $28.16 | |
| Median | $66,480 | $31.96 | |
| 75th | $86,630 | $41.65 | |
| 90th | $99,750 | $47.96 |
Other cities in Maine
Median yearly pay for rehabilitation counselors.
| Bangor, ME | $38,550 |
Related jobs in Portland
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Healthcare Social Worker | $74,650 |
| Probation Officer and Correctional Treatment Specialist | $68,410 |
| Counselor | $66,140 |
| Clergy | $65,790 |
| Child | $63,700 |
| Substance Abuse | $62,300 |
| Educational | $61,130 |
| Social Worker | $60,280 |
| Health Education Specialist | $59,410 |
| Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Worker | $59,010 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a rehabilitation counselor make an hour in Portland?
The median hourly pay in the Portland-South Portland, ME metro area is $31.96 ($66,480 a year).
Do rehabilitation counselors make more in Portland than the national average?
Yes: $66,480 against $46,850 nationally, 42% more.
How does Portland compare with the rest of Maine?
The median in Maine is $51,150, so Portland pays 30% more.
Where does Portland rank for rehabilitation counselor pay?
9 of 281 metro areas with data.
How much does a rehabilitation counselor make starting out in Portland?
The lowest-paid 10% make $51,550 or less a year; the top 10% make $99,750 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.