Rehabilitation Counselor Salary in Nebraska
Based on 480+ workers in Nebraska
Data year: 2025 · Last updated: October 2026
Median Annual Salary (NE)
$47,050
$22.62/hr
vs National Average
$48,149
-2.3% vs national median
Salary Range (10th–90th)
$37K – $68K
480 employed in Nebraska
Salary Distribution — Rehabilitation Counselor in Nebraska
| Percentile | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $37,040 |
| 25th percentile | $39,250 |
| Median (50th percentile) | $47,050 |
| 75th percentile | $59,830 |
| 90th percentile | $68,040 |
Top-Paying Industries for Rehabilitation Counselor (U.S.)
Which industries pay Rehabilitation Counselors the most — nationwide figures (industry-level data is not available by state). Rehabilitation Counselors in Nebraska tend to follow these industry patterns.
| Industry (U.S.) | Median Salary | Employed (U.S.) |
|---|---|---|
| Finance and Insurance | $95,720 | 520 |
| Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | $86,690 | — |
| Government (excl. schools, hospitals & USPS) | $64,780 | 18K |
| Real Estate and Rental and Leasing | $52,360 | — |
| Educational Services | $51,150 | 1K |
Source: U.S. BLS OEWS National Industry-Specific estimates, May 2025. National figures (not state-specific).
Historical Salary Trend — Rehabilitation Counselor in Nebraska vs National
| Year | Median Salary (Nebraska) |
|---|---|
| 2022 | $43,610 |
| 2023 | $46,740 |
| 2024 | $49,250 |
| 2025 | $47,050 |
| 2026 (projected) | $47,050 |
The latest year is a projection based on recent wage trends — BLS has not yet released that year’s data.
| Year | Nebraska Median | National Median |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $43,610 | $42,359 |
| 2023 | $46,740 | $45,055 |
| 2024 | $49,250 | $48,045 |
| 2025 | $47,050 | $48,149 |
| 2026 (projected) | $47,050 | $48,149 |
Rehabilitation Counselor Salary by Experience Level in Nebraska
| Experience Level | Years | Median Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Junior | 0-2 yrs | $39,250 |
| Mid-level | 3-5 yrs | $47,050 |
| Senior | 6-9 yrs | $59,830 |
| Staff / Lead | 10+ yrs | $68,040 |
Rehabilitation Counselor Salary in Other States
Related Rehabilitation Counselor Salaries in Nebraska
How other high-demand occupations in Nebraska compare to Rehabilitation Counselor ($47,050 median).
| Occupation | Median Salary | vs Rehabilitation Counselor | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cardiologist in NE | $646,300 | +1273.6% | $310.72/hr |
| Emergency Medicine Physician in NE | $371,880 | +690.4% | $178.79/hr |
| Obstetrician and Gynecologist in NE | $342,570 | +628.1% | $164.70/hr |
| Surgeon in NE | $341,410 | +625.6% | $164.14/hr |
| Anesthesiologist in NE | $334,210 | +610.3% | $160.68/hr |
| Nurse Anesthetist in NE | $246,730 | +424.4% | $118.62/hr |
| Family Medicine Physician in NE | $228,590 | +385.8% | $109.90/hr |
| Internal Medicine Physician in NE | $221,360 | +370.5% | $106.42/hr |
| Dentist in NE | $179,750 | +282.0% | $86.42/hr |
| Pediatrician in NE | $175,990 | +274.0% | $84.61/hr |
| Pharmacist in NE | $139,330 | +196.1% | $66.99/hr |
| Nurse Midwife in NE | $138,880 | +195.2% | $66.77/hr |