Recreational Therapists pay in Florida
In Florida, the median pay for recreational therapists is $27.87 an hour ($57,980 a year). About 640 people work in this job there.
That is 6% lower than the U.S. median ($61,960). Florida ranks 27th of 48 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for recreational therapists in Florida
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $19.90 | $41,400 |
| 25% of workers | $22.83 | $47,480 |
| Half of workers (median) | $27.87 | $57,980 |
| 75% of workers | $31.96 | $66,480 |
| 90% of workers | $41.64 | $86,610 |
Recreational Therapists pay in Florida metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater | $62,390 | 110 |
| Jacksonville | $58,710 | 60 |
| Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach | $58,110 | 190 |
| Orlando-Kissimmee-Sanford | $57,290 | 60 |
Florida unemployment rate: 4.5% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
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 Florida
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Physicians, All Other | $262,180 |
| Physical Therapists | $101,040 |
| Psychiatric Technicians | $43,570 |
| Occupational Therapists | $99,360 |
| Physical Therapist Assistants | $72,530 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistants | $71,630 |
| Rehabilitation Counselors | $45,990 |
| Physical Therapist Aides | $35,140 |
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