Rehabilitation Counselor Salary in New Hampshire
Based on 430+ workers in New Hampshire
Data year: 2025 · Last updated: October 2026
Median Annual Salary (NH)
$42,600
$20.48/hr
vs National Average
$48,149
-11.5% vs national median
Salary Range (10th–90th)
$35K – $57K
430 employed in New Hampshire
Salary Distribution — Rehabilitation Counselor in New Hampshire
| Percentile | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $34,630 |
| 25th percentile | $38,760 |
| Median (50th percentile) | $42,600 |
| 75th percentile | $48,310 |
| 90th percentile | $57,300 |
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 New Hampshire 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 New Hampshire vs National
| Year | Median Salary (New Hampshire) |
|---|---|
| 2022 | $42,370 |
| 2023 | $47,070 |
| 2024 | $44,830 |
| 2025 | $42,600 |
| 2026 (projected) | $42,600 |
The latest year is a projection based on recent wage trends — BLS has not yet released that year’s data.
| Year | New Hampshire Median | National Median |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $42,370 | $42,359 |
| 2023 | $47,070 | $45,055 |
| 2024 | $44,830 | $48,045 |
| 2025 | $42,600 | $48,149 |
| 2026 (projected) | $42,600 | $48,149 |
Rehabilitation Counselor Salary by Experience Level in New Hampshire
| Experience Level | Years | Median Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Junior | 0-2 yrs | $38,760 |
| Mid-level | 3-5 yrs | $42,600 |
| Senior | 6-9 yrs | $48,310 |
| Staff / Lead | 10+ yrs | $57,300 |
Rehabilitation Counselor Salary in Other States
Related Rehabilitation Counselor Salaries in New Hampshire
How other high-demand occupations in New Hampshire compare to Rehabilitation Counselor ($42,600 median).
| Occupation | Median Salary | vs Rehabilitation Counselor | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|
| Surgeon in NH | $534,870 | +1155.6% | $257.15/hr |
| Radiologist in NH | $506,010 | +1087.8% | $243.27/hr |
| Anesthesiologist in NH | $481,640 | +1030.6% | $231.56/hr |
| Obstetrician and Gynecologist in NH | $348,140 | +717.2% | $167.38/hr |
| Nurse Anesthetist in NH | $275,980 | +547.8% | $132.68/hr |
| Pediatrician in NH | $273,410 | +541.8% | $131.45/hr |
| Family Medicine Physician in NH | $268,650 | +530.6% | $129.16/hr |
| Podiatrist in NH | $250,070 | +487.0% | $120.23/hr |
| Psychiatrist in NH | $246,140 | +477.8% | $118.34/hr |
| Internal Medicine Physician in NH | $229,210 | +438.1% | $110.20/hr |
| Dentist in NH | $177,480 | +316.6% | $85.33/hr |
| Physician Assistant in NH | $150,960 | +254.4% | $72.58/hr |