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Rehabilitation Counselors Salary in Massachusetts
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Rehabilitation Counselors make in Massachusetts?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$47,320
Median Annual Salary
▲
+3.5% vs 2024
$59,030
Mean Salary
$47,320
Median Salary
$22.75
Hourly Rate
5,760 people work as Rehabilitation Counselors in Massachusetts
Rehabilitation Counselors salary by percentile in Massachusetts
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Rehabilitation Counselors in Massachusetts earn a median salary of $47,320 per year ($3,943/month).
This is 1.7% below the national average of $48,149.
Massachusetts ranks #29 out of 51 states for Rehabilitation Counselors pay.
Approximately 5,760 people work in this occupation across Massachusetts.
Salaries increased by 3.5% 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 Massachusetts
Salaries for Rehabilitation Counselors in Massachusetts range from $38,770 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $101,760 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $43,330 and $73,190.
Median $47,320
P10: $38,770P25: $43,330P75: $73,190P90: $101,760
10th
$38,770
25th
$43,330
Median
$47,320
75th
$73,190
90th
$101,760
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$38,770
$18.64
$3,230
25th Percentile
$43,330
$20.83
$3,610
Median (50th)
$47,320
$22.75
$3,943
75th Percentile
$73,190
$35.19
$6,099
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$101,760
$48.92
$8,480
Note: The mean (average) salary of $59,030 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
How much do Rehabilitation Counselors make in Massachusetts?
The median annual salary for Rehabilitation Counselors in Massachusetts is $47,320 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $59,030.
What is the salary range for a Rehabilitation Counselors in Massachusetts?
Salaries for Rehabilitation Counselors in Massachusetts range from $38,770 at the 10th percentile to $101,760 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $43,330 and $73,190.
What is the starting salary for a Rehabilitation Counselors in Massachusetts?
Entry-level Rehabilitation Counselors positions in Massachusetts typically start around $38,770 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $43,330 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Rehabilitation Counselors in Massachusetts?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 5,760 people are employed as Rehabilitation Counselors in Massachusetts.
What is the hourly rate for a Rehabilitation Counselors in Massachusetts?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Rehabilitation Counselors in Massachusetts is approximately $22.75 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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