How much does a rehabilitation counselor make in Tucson?
$42,730a year
Median yearly pay for rehabilitation counselors in the Tucson, AZ metro area. That is $20.54 an hour or $3,561 a month.
- Hourly
- $20.54
- Vs. national median
- -9%
- Rank among cities
- 206 of 281
- Jobs in the area
- 470
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $36,530Median: $42,730Highest 10%: $56,790
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $36,530 | $17.56 | |
| 25th | $41,570 | $19.99 | |
| Median | $42,730 | $20.54 | |
| 75th | $49,120 | $23.62 | |
| 90th | $56,790 | $27.30 |
Other cities in Arizona
Median yearly pay for rehabilitation counselors.
| Phoenix, AZ | $48,820 |
| Flagstaff, AZ | $48,640 |
| Yuma, AZ | $46,790 |
Related jobs in Tucson
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Social Worker | $65,220 |
| Probation Officer and Correctional Treatment Specialist | $64,470 |
| Clergy | $62,400 |
| Substance Abuse | $61,250 |
| Healthcare Social Worker | $60,030 |
| Health Education Specialist | $59,860 |
| Educational | $54,930 |
| Religious Worker | $49,730 |
| Community and Social Service Specialist | $48,940 |
| Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Worker | $48,370 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a rehabilitation counselor make an hour in Tucson?
The median hourly pay in the Tucson, AZ metro area is $20.54 ($42,730 a year).
Do rehabilitation counselors make more in Tucson than the national average?
No: $42,730 against $46,850 nationally, 9% less.
How does Tucson compare with the rest of Arizona?
The median in Arizona is $48,330, so Tucson pays 12% less.
Where does Tucson rank for rehabilitation counselor pay?
206 of 281 metro areas with data.
How much does a rehabilitation counselor make starting out in Tucson?
The lowest-paid 10% make $36,530 or less a year; the top 10% make $56,790 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.