Salary Range — 10th to 90th Percentile
Full Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual Wage | Hourly Wage |
|---|---|---|
| 10th percentile (entry-level) | $37,280 | $17.93 |
| 25th percentile | $39,870 | $19.17 |
| 50th percentile (median) | $44,280 | $21.29 |
| 75th percentile | $52,240 | $25.12 |
| 90th percentile (top earners) | $72,140 | $34.68 |
| Mean (average) | $49,520 | $23.81 |
How California Compares
| State | Median Annual | vs. California |
|---|---|---|
| California (current) | $44,280 | — |
| Alaska | $82,400 | +86% |
| District of Columbia | $74,410 | +68% |
| North Dakota | $60,730 | +37% |
| Washington | $58,620 | +32% |
| Wyoming | $56,520 | +28% |
| Kentucky | $56,150 | +27% |
| Alabama | $54,320 | +23% |
| Rhode Island | $54,080 | +22% |
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Related Occupations in California
| Occupation | Median Annual | Employment |
|---|---|---|
| Cooks, Restaurant | $44,290 | 160,270 |
| Butchers and Meat Cutters | $44,310 | 21,220 |
| Landscaping and Groundskeeping Workers | $44,340 | 103,570 |
| Driver/Sales Workers | $44,370 | 35,220 |
| Shipping, Receiving, and Inventory Clerks | $44,120 | 108,950 |
| Couriers and Messengers | $44,600 | 8,970 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average Rehabilitation Counselors salary in California?
The mean rehabilitation counselors salary in California is $49,520 per year. The median (middle) salary is $44,280 per year. Source: BLS OEWS 2024.
What is the starting salary for a Rehabilitation Counselors in California?
Entry-level rehabilitation counselorss (10th percentile) in California typically earn around $37,280 per year. Workers at the 25th percentile earn approximately $39,870 per year.
What is the highest Rehabilitation Counselors salary in California?
Top earners (90th percentile) in this occupation in California make approximately $72,140 per year. Those in the 75th percentile earn around $52,240 per year.
How does the California Rehabilitation Counselors salary compare to the national average?
The median rehabilitation counselors salary in California is $44,280, which is -4% below national average of $46,110.
Data Source: This data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics,
Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) program, May 2024 release.
All wages are estimates. Actual salaries may vary based on experience, education,
employer, and other factors. bls.gov/oes