How much does a rehabilitation counselor make in Springfield?
$53,640a year
Median yearly pay for rehabilitation counselors in the Springfield, IL metro area. That is $25.79 an hour or $4,470 a month.
- Hourly
- $25.79
- Vs. national median
- +14%
- Rank among cities
- 56 of 281
- Jobs in the area
- 100
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $35,540Median: $53,640Highest 10%: $105,600
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $35,540 | $17.09 | |
| 25th | $43,930 | $21.12 | |
| Median | $53,640 | $25.79 | |
| 75th | $91,190 | $43.84 | |
| 90th | $105,600 | $50.76 |
Other cities in Illinois
Median yearly pay for rehabilitation counselors.
| Kankakee, IL | $53,060 |
| Rockford, IL | $51,240 |
| Champaign, IL | $50,390 |
| Peoria, IL | $49,360 |
| Chicago, IL | $49,350 |
| St. Louis, MO | $44,620 |
| Davenport, IA | $40,140 |
Related jobs in Springfield
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Child | $76,330 |
| Health Education Specialist | $71,990 |
| Healthcare Social Worker | $63,370 |
| Social Worker | $61,030 |
| Substance Abuse | $59,450 |
| Educational | $57,210 |
| Clergy | $52,070 |
| Social and Human Service Assistant | $51,680 |
| Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Worker | $46,010 |
| Community and Social Service Specialist | $31,200 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a rehabilitation counselor make an hour in Springfield?
The median hourly pay in the Springfield, IL metro area is $25.79 ($53,640 a year).
Do rehabilitation counselors make more in Springfield than the national average?
Yes: $53,640 against $46,850 nationally, 14% more.
How does Springfield compare with the rest of Illinois?
The median in Illinois is $49,350, so Springfield pays 9% more.
Where does Springfield rank for rehabilitation counselor pay?
56 of 281 metro areas with data.
How much does a rehabilitation counselor make starting out in Springfield?
The lowest-paid 10% make $35,540 or less a year; the top 10% make $105,600 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.