Rehabilitation Counselor Salary in Arizona (2026)

Official state-level BLS pay data for Rehabilitation Counselors in Arizona, plus how it compares with the rest of the country.

Official BLS state wage data · Unknown vintage
Arizona Median
$48,330
per year
Hourly Rate
$23.24
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+3% vs US median
US median $46,850
State Rank
#21 of 51
1,750 employed here

How much does a Rehabilitation Counselor make in Arizona?

A Rehabilitation Counselor working in Arizona earns a median salary of $48,330 per year, or about $23.24 per hour. That is 3% above the national median of $46,850 for this occupation.

Within Arizona, entry-level pay starts around $37,130 while the top 10% make $60,670 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $41,960 and $54,230 a year.

Rehabilitation Counselor salary range in Arizona

Pay levelAnnual salaryHourly rate
10th percentile (entry level)$37,130$17.85
25th percentile (early career)$41,960$20.17
50th percentile (median)$48,330$23.24
75th percentile (experienced)$54,230$26.07
90th percentile (top earners)$60,670$29.17

How Arizona compares

Arizona ranks 21st out of 51 states and territories for Rehabilitation Counselor pay. The top 5 best-paying states:

RankStateMedian salary
1Wyoming$67,640
2North Dakota$63,050
3Alaska$61,590
4Kentucky$58,540
5Washington$58,050

Working as a Rehabilitation Counselor in Arizona

Nationally, about 95,000 people work as Rehabilitation Counselors in the United States. A bachelor's degree (about 4 years of college) is the standard entry requirement.

Considering a move? Compare Arizona pay ($48,330) against the highest-paying state above, and weigh the difference against housing and everyday costs — a smaller paycheck in a cheaper state can stretch further.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a Rehabilitation Counselor make in Arizona?
The median Rehabilitation Counselor salary in Arizona is $48,330 per year, or about $23.24 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $37,130 at the entry level to $60,670 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Arizona pay compare to the national average?
Arizona pays Rehabilitation Counselors about 3% more than the national median of $46,850. Arizona ranks 21st out of 51 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Arizona a good state for Rehabilitation Counselors?
Yes on pay — Arizona pays above the national median for this occupation, at $48,330 a year. About 1,750 Rehabilitation Counselors are employed in Arizona. Weigh that against local housing and living costs before moving.
What are the highest-paying jobs in Arizona?
The highest-paying occupations in Arizona include Orthopedic Surgeon, Except Pediatric ($558,970), Radiologist ($470,640), Surgeon, All Other ($415,980), based on median annual pay in official BLS state estimates.

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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), Unknown vintage. Education requirements: O*NET (U.S. Department of Labor). State figures are official BLS state-level wage estimates. Where BLS suppresses a state percentile, it is scaled from the official national distribution. Individual pay varies by employer, metro area, and experience.