How much does a rehabilitation counselor make in Richmond?
$48,890a year
Median yearly pay for rehabilitation counselors in the Richmond, VA metro area. That is $23.50 an hour or $4,074 a month.
- Hourly
- $23.50
- Vs. national median
- +4%
- Rank among cities
- 95 of 281
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $25,810Median: $48,890Highest 10%: $99,000
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $25,810 | $12.41 | |
| 25th | $39,150 | $18.82 | |
| Median | $48,890 | $23.50 | |
| 75th | $75,540 | $36.32 | |
| 90th | $99,000 | $47.60 |
Other cities in Virginia
Median yearly pay for rehabilitation counselors.
| Charlottesville, VA | $59,260 |
| Roanoke, VA | $51,840 |
| Washington, DC | $48,290 |
| Lynchburg, VA | $45,120 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $45,040 |
Related jobs in Richmond
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Counselor | $98,850 |
| Social Worker | $96,970 |
| Community and Social Service Specialist | $77,210 |
| Healthcare Social Worker | $71,690 |
| Health Education Specialist | $68,250 |
| Educational | $67,620 |
| Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Worker | $63,020 |
| Child | $60,520 |
| Clergy | $60,190 |
| Probation Officer and Correctional Treatment Specialist | $60,030 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a rehabilitation counselor make an hour in Richmond?
The median hourly pay in the Richmond, VA metro area is $23.50 ($48,890 a year).
Do rehabilitation counselors make more in Richmond than the national average?
Yes: $48,890 against $46,850 nationally, 4% more.
How does Richmond compare with the rest of Virginia?
The median in Virginia is $47,530, so Richmond pays 3% more.
Where does Richmond rank for rehabilitation counselor pay?
95 of 281 metro areas with data.
How much does a rehabilitation counselor make starting out in Richmond?
The lowest-paid 10% make $25,810 or less a year; the top 10% make $99,000 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.