How much does a rehabilitation counselor make in Washington?
Median yearly pay for rehabilitation counselors in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area. That is $23.22 an hour or $4,024 a month.
- Hourly
- $23.22
- Vs. national median
- +3%
- Rank among cities
- 105 of 281
- Jobs in the area
- 2,940
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $36,590 | $17.59 | |
| 25th | $36,590 | $17.59 | |
| Median | $48,290 | $23.22 | |
| 75th | $59,370 | $28.54 | |
| 90th | $84,520 | $40.63 |
Other cities in District of Columbia
Median yearly pay for rehabilitation counselors.
| No other city in the state with data. |
Related jobs in Washington
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Health Education Specialist | $124,600 |
| Marriage and Family Therapist | $95,460 |
| Social Worker | $93,220 |
| Healthcare Social Worker | $80,710 |
| Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Worker | $78,210 |
| Educational | $77,420 |
| Child | $75,550 |
| Probation Officer and Correctional Treatment Specialist | $73,610 |
| Counselor | $70,610 |
| Substance Abuse | $65,270 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a rehabilitation counselor make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area is $23.22 ($48,290 a year).
Do rehabilitation counselors make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $48,290 against $46,850 nationally, 3% more.
How does Washington compare with the rest of District of Columbia?
The median in District of Columbia is $49,680, so Washington pays 3% less.
Where does Washington rank for rehabilitation counselor pay?
105 of 281 metro areas with data.
How much does a rehabilitation counselor make starting out in Washington?
The lowest-paid 10% make $36,590 or less a year; the top 10% make $84,520 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.