Recreational Therapists pay in Virginia
In Virginia, the median pay for recreational therapists is $29.46 an hour ($61,270 a year). About 570 people work in this job there.
That is about the same as the U.S. median ($61,960). Virginia ranks 19th of 48 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for recreational therapists in Virginia
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $23.84 | $49,580 |
| 25% of workers | $26.69 | $55,520 |
| Half of workers (median) | $29.46 | $61,270 |
| 75% of workers | $37.58 | $78,170 |
| 90% of workers | $41.84 | $87,020 |
Recreational Therapists pay in Virginia metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Richmond | $61,270 | 110 |
| Virginia Beach-Chesapeake-Norfolk | $59,560 | 120 |
Virginia unemployment rate: 3.6% (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 Virginia
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Physicians, All Other | $278,530 |
| Physical Therapists | $101,450 |
| Occupational Therapists | $100,710 |
| Psychiatric Technicians | $48,320 |
| Physical Therapist Assistants | $73,760 |
| Rehabilitation Counselors | $47,530 |
| Physical Therapist Aides | $33,390 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistants | $74,960 |
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