Rehabilitation Counselors Salary in Idaho
Rehabilitation Counselors in Idaho make a median of $47,140 a year, or about $22.66 an hour. The range runs from $25K at the entry level to $72K for experienced workers.
Statewide average. Salary and cost of living vary significantly across Idaho. Jump to a metro for precise data:
So what does $47K get you in Idaho?
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Compensation breakdown
Annual earnings by percentile, Idaho
Entry-level rehabilitation counselors (10th percentile) start around $25K. Mid-career wages sit at $47K. Top earners bring in $72K or more, a $47K spread from bottom to top.
Rehabilitation Counselors salary by metro in Idaho
6 metro areas with BLS data, ranked by median pay
| Metro area | Median salary | vs. state | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Twin Falls | $49K | +5% | 40 |
| Boise City | $49K | +3% | 380 |
| Coeur d'Alene | $47K | -1% | 70 |
| Lewiston | $46K | -2% | 70 |
| Idaho Falls | $45K | -4% | 70 |
| Pocatello | $38K | -20% | 70 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do rehabilitation counselors make in Idaho?
The median is $47,140 a year, that works out to about $23 an hour. But the range is wide: entry-level workers start around $24,640, and experienced rehabilitation counselors can clear $71,820. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.
Is $47K enough to live in Idaho?
On that salary, you'd take home roughly $3,187/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,136/month, which eats 35.6% of your paycheck. That's above the 30% rule of thumb, housing will be a stretch at the median salary, though you can manage with roommates or a smaller place.
How far does a rehabilitation counselors salary go in Idaho?
Idaho has a Regional Price Parity of 100 (100 is the national average). That's right at the national average. After cost-of-living adjustment, the median rehabilitation counselors salary is worth about $50,213 in national-average purchasing power.
Where do rehabilitation counselors get paid the most?
The table above ranks every state by median pay for this role. Keep in mind that the highest-paying states tend to have the highest costs of living, so the top salary doesn't always mean the most money in your pocket.