Recreational Therapists pay in New York
In New York, the median pay for recreational therapists is $31.50 an hour ($65,520 a year). About 1,230 people work in this job there.
That is 6% higher than the U.S. median ($61,960). New York ranks 9th of 48 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for recreational therapists in New York
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $24.01 | $49,940 |
| 25% of workers | $27.88 | $57,980 |
| Half of workers (median) | $31.50 | $65,520 |
| 75% of workers | $37.59 | $78,180 |
| 90% of workers | $43.93 | $91,370 |
Recreational Therapists pay in New York metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| New York-Newark-Jersey City | $66,050 | 1,090 |
| Buffalo-Cheektowaga | $65,080 | 60 |
| Syracuse | $63,370 | 80 |
| Albany-Schenectady-Troy | $61,830 | 30 |
| Rochester | $58,980 | 90 |
New York unemployment rate: 4.3% (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 New York
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Physical Therapists | $100,660 |
| Physicians, All Other | $242,500 |
| Occupational Therapists | $96,390 |
| Physical Therapist Aides | $35,380 |
| Rehabilitation Counselors | $47,960 |
| Physical Therapist Assistants | $64,100 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistants | $68,530 |
| Psychiatric Technicians | $58,080 |
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