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The salary for a Rehabilitation Technician averages $29,533 per year. Factors influencing this figure include geographic location, years of experience, and specific healthcare environments, such as hospitals or outpatient facilities. For instance, rehabilitation technicians in states like California or New York tend to earn higher salaries compared to those in less populated areas.
In states like California and New York, average salaries can exceed $35,000, while in regions such as Texas, the average may be closer to $27,000. Additionally, those with specialized skills or certifications may command higher wages. Continuous professional development and gaining experience can significantly impact earning potential.
Rehabilitation technicians are essential in various settings, including physical therapy clinics, hospitals, and rehabilitation centers. As the demand for healthcare services grows, so do opportunities for rehabilitation technicians, making it a viable career choice for individuals passionate about helping others recover and improve their quality of life.
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The highest-paying states for rehabilitation technicians are Washington, Idaho, and Colorado. The lowest average rehabilitation technician salary states are Arkansas, Tennessee, and Florida.
| Rank | State | Avg. salary | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wyoming | $32,354 | $15.55 |
| 2 | Maine | $31,519 | $15.15 |
| 3 | Arizona | $32,086 | $15.43 |
| 4 | Colorado | $34,469 | $16.57 |
| 5 | Washington | $38,019 | $18.28 |
| 6 | North Dakota | $31,672 | $15.23 |
| 7 | South Dakota | $30,494 | $14.66 |
| 8 | Idaho | $34,884 | $16.77 |
| 9 | Montana | $31,900 | $15.34 |
| 10 | Wisconsin | $30,633 | $14.73 |
| 11 | Rhode Island | $29,876 | $14.36 |
| 12 | Indiana | $30,851 | $14.83 |
| 13 | Alaska | $30,448 | $14.64 |
| 14 | New Hampshire | $29,869 | $14.36 |
| 15 | Nevada | $31,614 | $15.20 |
| 16 | Vermont | $29,884 | $14.37 |
| 17 | West Virginia | $28,176 | $13.55 |
| 18 | Utah | $31,188 | $14.99 |
| 19 | Connecticut | $29,861 | $14.36 |
| 20 | Iowa | $28,974 | $13.93 |
| 21 | Oregon | $31,510 | $15.15 |
| 22 | Delaware | $29,155 | $14.02 |
| 23 | California | $32,161 | $15.46 |
| 24 | Hawaii | $30,986 | $14.90 |
| 25 | Minnesota | $30,426 | $14.63 |
| 26 | Virginia | $29,824 | $14.34 |
| 27 | Massachusetts | $29,939 | $14.39 |
| 28 | Pennsylvania | $29,035 | $13.96 |
| 29 | North Carolina | $28,524 | $13.71 |
| 30 | Ohio | $28,860 | $13.88 |
| 31 | Kansas | $28,018 | $13.47 |
| 32 | Illinois | $28,846 | $13.87 |
| 33 | Louisiana | $26,524 | $12.75 |
| 34 | South Carolina | $26,049 | $12.52 |
| 35 | Kentucky | $27,470 | $13.21 |
| 36 | New Mexico | $26,049 | $12.52 |
| 37 | Maryland | $28,904 | $13.90 |
| 38 | Alabama | $25,979 | $12.49 |
| 39 | Nebraska | $26,093 | $12.54 |
| 40 | Michigan | $26,627 | $12.80 |
| 41 | Missouri | $25,112 | $12.07 |
| 42 | Oklahoma | $24,838 | $11.94 |
| 43 | District of Columbia | $28,705 | $13.80 |
| 44 | Florida | $23,674 | $11.38 |
| 45 | Arkansas | $24,343 | $11.70 |
| 46 | New York | $25,543 | $12.28 |
| 47 | Mississippi | $23,657 | $11.37 |
| 48 | New Jersey | $25,480 | $12.25 |
| 49 | Texas | $23,576 | $11.33 |
| 50 | Georgia | $23,380 | $11.24 |
| 51 | Tennessee | $24,060 | $11.57 |
The highest-paying cities for rehabilitation technicians are Seattle, WA, Lewiston, ID, and Fort Collins, CO.
| Rank | City | Avg. salary | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Seattle, WA | $38,144 | $18.34 |
| 2 | Lewiston, ID | $35,456 | $17.05 |
| 3 | Fort Collins, CO | $34,668 | $16.67 |
| 4 | Arcadia, CA | $31,848 | $15.31 |
| 5 | Crown Point, IN | $31,659 | $15.22 |
| 6 | Lewiston, ME | $31,516 | $15.15 |
| 7 | Billings, MT | $31,483 | $15.14 |
| 8 | Las Vegas, NV | $31,418 | $15.10 |
| 9 | Eau Claire, WI | $31,241 | $15.02 |
| 10 | Saint Paul, MN | $30,427 | $14.63 |
| 11 | Hartford, CT | $29,922 | $14.39 |
| 12 | Lawrence, MA | $29,870 | $14.36 |
| 13 | Waterloo, IA | $29,286 | $14.08 |
| 14 | Baltimore, MD | $28,982 | $13.93 |
| 15 | Chicago, IL | $28,960 | $13.92 |
| 16 | Lima, OH | $28,898 | $13.89 |
| 17 | Ann Arbor, MI | $26,531 | $12.76 |
| 18 | Myrtle Beach, SC | $26,079 | $12.54 |
| 19 | Oklahoma City, OK | $24,863 | $11.95 |
| 20 | El Paso, TX | $24,812 | $11.93 |
A rehabilitation technician's salary ranges from $23,000 a year at the 10th percentile to $37,000 at the 90th percentile.

| Percentile | Annual salary | Monthly salary | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 90th Percentile | $37,000 | $3,083 | $18 |
| 75th Percentile | $33,000 | $2,750 | $16 |
| Average | $29,533 | $2,461 | $14 |
| 25th Percentile | $26,000 | $2,167 | $13 |
| 10th Percentile | $23,000 | $1,917 | $11 |
The highest paying types of rehabilitation technicians are occupational therapist, physical therapist, and cardiovascular technician.
| Job title | Annual salary | Monthly salary | Hourly rate | Job openings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Exercise Physiologist | $49,399 | $4,117 | $23.75 | 38,633 |
| Physical Therapist | $73,070 | $6,089 | $35.13 | 86,697 |
| Occupational Therapist | $75,707 | $6,309 | $36.40 | 78,315 |
| Physical Therapy Technician | $35,161 | $2,930 | $16.90 | 66,670 |
| Cardiovascular Technician | $62,986 | $5,249 | $30.28 | 37,036 |
| Technician | $38,045 | $3,170 | $18.29 | 596,842 |
Top companies hiring rehabilitation technicians now:
Rehabilitation technician salaries at Lawrence General Hospital and Washington State University are the highest-paying according to our most recent salary estimates. In addition, the average rehabilitation technician salary at companies like Minnesota State Fair and NCH Healthcare System are highly competitive.
| Rank | Company | Average salary | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lawrence General Hospital | $52,343 | $25.16 |
| 2 | Washington State University | $41,634 | $20.02 |
| 3 | Minnesota State Fair | $37,596 | $18.07 |
| 4 | NCH Healthcare System | $34,313 | $16.50 |
| 5 | Mayo Clinic | $34,017 | $16.35 |
| 6 | Mercy Corps | $33,900 | $16.30 |
| 7 | Rehab Hospital of IN | $33,840 | $16.27 |
| 8 | Hackensack Meridian Health | $32,581 | $15.66 |
| 9 | Tenet Healthcare | $32,096 | $15.43 |
| 10 | Excela Health | $32,091 | $15.43 |
| 11 | Gundersen Lutheran Medical Foundation Inc. | $32,073 | $15.42 |
| 12 | Self Regional Healthcare | $31,060 | $14.93 |
| 13 | Beaumont Health | $30,920 | $14.87 |
| 14 | North Oaks Health System | $30,846 | $14.83 |
| 15 | Yale New Haven Health | $30,825 | $14.82 |
| 16 | St. Peter's Health Partners | $30,746 | $14.78 |
| 17 | Park Nicollet Medical Center Inc | $30,738 | $14.78 |
| 18 | Rehabilitation Institute of Michigan | $30,731 | $14.77 |
| 19 | Encompass Care, Inc. | $30,569 | $14.70 |
| 20 | ProgressiveHealth | $30,437 | $14.63 |
The average rehabilitation technician salary has risen by $3,342 over the last ten years. In 2014, the average rehabilitation technician earned $26,191 annually, but today, they earn $29,533 a year. That works out to a 5% change in pay for rehabilitation technicians over the last decade.
Compare rehabilitation technician salaries for cities or states with the national average over time.
Compare rehabilitation technician salaries for individual cities or states with the national average.
| Year | Avg. salary | Hourly rate | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $29,500 | $14.20 | +2.7% |
| 2024 | $28,700 | $13.81 | -0.7% |
| 2023 | $28,900 | $13.91 | +1.7% |
| 2022 | $28,500 | $13.68 | +1.1% |
| 2021 | $28,100 | $13.52 | +2.6% |
| Company | Job | Location | Date added | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rehab Hospital of In | Rehabilitation Technician (Call | Urban Honolulu, HI | 06/29/2025 | $37,691 |
| University of Maryland Medical System | Rehabilitation Technician | Woodlawn, MD | 06/29/2025 | $37,336 |
| Stairways Behavioral Health | Rehabilitation Technician-Personal Care Home | Erie, PA | 06/28/2025 | $33,747 |
| State of Florida | Rehabilitation Technician-Blind-48007196 (Blind Services) | Jacksonville, FL | 06/27/2025 | $37,492 |
| PACS | Rehabilitation Technician | Ridgeway, AK | 06/27/2025 | $48,001 |
| Brightspring Health Services | Rehabilitation Technician | Brewer, ME | 06/27/2025 | $41,740 |
| Dupage Medical Group | Rehabilitation Technician | Naperville, IL | 06/26/2025 | $31,514 |
| Pam Health Specialty Hospital of Denver | Rehabilitation Technician | Denver Ltach | Denver, CO | 06/26/2025 | $39,653 |
| Res-Care, Inc. | Rehabilitation Technician | Brewer, ME | 06/26/2025 | $41,740 |
| Pro-Care Medical Center | Rehabilitation Technician | San Antonio, TX | 06/23/2025 | $41,740 |
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