How much does a rehabilitation counselor make in Syracuse?
$45,870a year
Median yearly pay for rehabilitation counselors in the Syracuse, NY metro area. That is $22.05 an hour or $3,823 a month.
- Hourly
- $22.05
- Vs. national median
- -2%
- Rank among cities
- 154 of 281
- Jobs in the area
- 160
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $34,620Median: $45,870Highest 10%: $75,960
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $34,620 | $16.64 | |
| 25th | $40,890 | $19.66 | |
| Median | $45,870 | $22.05 | |
| 75th | $59,200 | $28.46 | |
| 90th | $75,960 | $36.52 |
Other cities in New York
Median yearly pay for rehabilitation counselors.
| Kingston, NY | $52,440 |
| New York, NY | $50,000 |
| Kiryas Joel, NY | $49,610 |
| Albany, NY | $48,750 |
| Rochester, NY | $45,990 |
| Buffalo, NY | $43,930 |
| Binghamton, NY | $43,570 |
| Utica, NY | $36,130 |
Related jobs in Syracuse
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Social Worker | $91,370 |
| Probation Officer and Correctional Treatment Specialist | $71,870 |
| Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Worker | $71,170 |
| Educational | $67,870 |
| Marriage and Family Therapist | $64,730 |
| Healthcare Social Worker | $64,310 |
| Community and Social Service Specialist | $63,300 |
| Child | $63,120 |
| Counselor | $59,990 |
| Health Education Specialist | $59,360 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a rehabilitation counselor make an hour in Syracuse?
The median hourly pay in the Syracuse, NY metro area is $22.05 ($45,870 a year).
Do rehabilitation counselors make more in Syracuse than the national average?
No: $45,870 against $46,850 nationally, 2% less.
How does Syracuse compare with the rest of New York?
The median in New York is $47,960, so Syracuse pays 4% less.
Where does Syracuse rank for rehabilitation counselor pay?
154 of 281 metro areas with data.
How much does a rehabilitation counselor make starting out in Syracuse?
The lowest-paid 10% make $34,620 or less a year; the top 10% make $75,960 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.