Recreational Therapists Salary in Illinois
Ranked #29 of 48 · IL
12.5% below U.S. average
Mean annual salary $59,160 ≈ $28/hr
Median annual salary $54,910
Employment 440
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
P10 $40,560P25 $49,700 Median $54,910P75 $65,120P90 $86,190
About 80% of recreational therapistss in Illinois earn between $40,560 and $86,190. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean recreational therapists salary in Illinois is $59,160, about 12.5% below the U.S. average ($67,630). That works out to roughly $28/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Illinois
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN | $54,460 | $58,800 | 340 |