Recreational Therapists pay in the United States
In the U.S., the median pay for recreational therapists is $29.79 an hour ($61,960 a year). About 14,930 people work in this job there.
Pay range for recreational therapists in the U.S.
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $19.71 | $40,990 |
| 25% of workers | $24.16 | $50,240 |
| Half of workers (median) | $29.79 | $61,960 |
| 75% of workers | $38.43 | $79,930 |
| 90% of workers | $48.28 | $100,420 |
Best-paying states for recreational therapists
| State | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| California | $98,170 | 1,920 |
| District of Columbia | $95,640 | 50 |
| New Hampshire | $82,280 | 70 |
| Nevada | $78,730 | 400 |
| Washington | $77,860 | 240 |
| Minnesota | $76,360 | 250 |
| Colorado | $66,580 | 200 |
| Oregon | $66,530 | 250 |
| New York | $65,520 | 1,230 |
| Hawaii | $64,500 | 40 |
Pay by state
- California · $98,170
- Florida · $57,980
- Georgia · $52,010
- Kansas · $40,010
- Michigan · $61,700
- New York · $65,520
- Pennsylvania · $58,940
- Texas · $62,490
- Virginia · $61,270
Education, experience and outlook for recreational therapists
- Typical education to start: Bachelor's degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 6 months to 1 year (O*NET)
- Job outlook: +4.8% over ten years, about as fast as average · about 1,400 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in the U.S.
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Physicians, All Other | $265,930 |
| Physical Therapists | $102,760 |
| Occupational Therapists | $100,330 |
| Psychiatric Technicians | $45,130 |
| Physical Therapist Assistants | $68,380 |
| Rehabilitation Counselors | $46,850 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistants | $72,300 |
| Physical Therapist Aides | $35,240 |
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