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Rehabilitation Counselors Salary in California
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Rehabilitation Counselors make in California?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$44,480
Median Annual Salary
▲
+0.5% vs 2024
$48,570
Mean Salary
$44,480
Median Salary
$21.38
Hourly Rate
13,690 people work as Rehabilitation Counselors in California
Rehabilitation Counselors salary by percentile in California
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Rehabilitation Counselors in California earn a median salary of $44,480 per year ($3,706/month).
This is 7.6% below the national average of $48,149.
California ranks #39 out of 51 states for Rehabilitation Counselors pay.
Approximately 13,690 people work in this occupation across California.
Salaries increased by 0.5% compared to 2024.
About This Job: Rehabilitation Counselors
Counsel individuals to maximize the independence and employability of persons coping with personal, social, and vocational difficulties that result from birth defects, illness, disease, accidents, aging, or the stress of daily life. Coordinate activities for residents of care and treatment facilities. Assess client needs and design and implement rehabilitation programs that may include personal and vocational counseling, training, and job placement.
Top Skills
Active Listening
4.0
Speaking
4.0
Social Perceptiveness
4.0
Service Orientation
4.0
Monitoring
3.88
Key Knowledge Areas
Customer and Personal Service
4.14
Therapy and Counseling
4.1
Psychology
3.95
Education and Training
3.94
English Language
3.88
Typical Education: Bachelor's Degree
(55.9% of workers)
Salary Range: Rehabilitation Counselors in California
Salaries for Rehabilitation Counselors in California range from $35,940 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $69,260 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $37,560 and $51,420.
Median $44,480
P10: $35,940P25: $37,560P75: $51,420P90: $69,260
10th
$35,940
25th
$37,560
Median
$44,480
75th
$51,420
90th
$69,260
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$35,940
$17.28
$2,995
25th Percentile
$37,560
$18.06
$3,130
Median (50th)
$44,480
$21.38
$3,706
75th Percentile
$51,420
$24.72
$4,285
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$69,260
$33.30
$5,771
Note: The mean (average) salary of $48,570 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
How much do Rehabilitation Counselors make in California?
The median annual salary for Rehabilitation Counselors in California is $44,480 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $48,570.
What is the salary range for a Rehabilitation Counselors in California?
Salaries for Rehabilitation Counselors in California range from $35,940 at the 10th percentile to $69,260 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $37,560 and $51,420.
What is the starting salary for a Rehabilitation Counselors in California?
Entry-level Rehabilitation Counselors positions in California typically start around $35,940 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $37,560 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Rehabilitation Counselors in California?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 13,690 people are employed as Rehabilitation Counselors in California.
What is the hourly rate for a Rehabilitation Counselors in California?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Rehabilitation Counselors in California is approximately $21.38 per hour.
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, 2025 estimates. The OEWS survey covers approximately 1.1 million establishments nationwide.
Annual salaries are calculated based on a standard 2,080-hour work year. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, education, employer, and local market conditions. Figures do not include benefits, bonuses, or overtime pay.
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