Recreational Therapists pay in Pennsylvania
In Pennsylvania, the median pay for recreational therapists is $28.34 an hour ($58,940 a year). About 720 people work in this job there.
That is 5% lower than the U.S. median ($61,960). Pennsylvania ranks 24th of 48 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for recreational therapists in Pennsylvania
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $19.08 | $39,690 |
| 25% of workers | $22.99 | $47,820 |
| Half of workers (median) | $28.34 | $58,940 |
| 75% of workers | $31.67 | $65,870 |
| 90% of workers | $38.62 | $80,340 |
Recreational Therapists pay in Pennsylvania metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Pittsburgh | $61,250 | 100 |
| Scranton--Wilkes-Barre | $60,550 | 30 |
| Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington | $58,970 | 360 |
| Lancaster | $52,820 | 30 |
| Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton | $47,540 | 30 |
| Harrisburg-Carlisle | $39,260 | 40 |
Pennsylvania unemployment rate: 3.7% (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 Pennsylvania
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Physicians, All Other | $217,310 |
| Physical Therapists | $101,380 |
| Psychiatric Technicians | $43,930 |
| Occupational Therapists | $98,440 |
| Physical Therapist Assistants | $62,580 |
| Rehabilitation Counselors | $48,650 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistants | $71,590 |
| Physical Therapist Aides | $35,520 |
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