Rehabilitation Counselors Salary in Massachusetts
Rehabilitation Counselors in Massachusetts make a median of $45,730 a year, or about $21.99 an hour. The range runs from $37K at the entry level to $89K for experienced workers.
Statewide average. Salary and cost of living vary significantly across Massachusetts. Jump to a metro for precise data:
So what does $46K get you in Massachusetts?
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Compensation breakdown
Annual earnings by percentile, Massachusetts
Entry-level rehabilitation counselors (10th percentile) start around $37K. Mid-career wages sit at $46K. Top earners bring in $89K or more, a $52K spread from bottom to top.
Rehabilitation Counselors salary by metro in Massachusetts
6 metro areas with BLS data, ranked by median pay
| Metro area | Median salary | vs. state | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amherst Town-Northampton | $63K | +38% | 120 |
| Worcester | $50K | +10% | 800 |
| Boston-Cambridge-Newton | $46K | +0% | 3,400 |
| Springfield | $44K | -3% | 420 |
| Barnstable Town | $44K | -3% | 130 |
| Pittsfield | $42K | -9% | 130 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do rehabilitation counselors make in Massachusetts?
The median is $45,730 a year, that works out to about $22 an hour. But the range is wide: entry-level workers start around $37,460, and experienced rehabilitation counselors can clear $89,280. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.
Is $46K enough to live in Massachusetts?
On that salary, you'd take home roughly $3,041/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $2,347/month, which eats 77.2% 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 Massachusetts?
Massachusetts 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 $45,689 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.