Recreational Therapists Salary in Minnesota

Ranked #6 of 48 · MN

11.1% above U.S. average
Mean annual salary $75,120 ≈ $36/hr
Median annual salary $76,360
Employment 250

Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)

P10 $55,210P25 $65,160 Median $76,360P75 $84,200P90 $97,570

About 80% of recreational therapistss in Minnesota earn between $55,210 and $97,570. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.

Compared to the U.S.

Minnesota
$75,120
U.S. average
$67,630

The mean recreational therapists salary in Minnesota is $75,120, about 11.1% above the U.S. average ($67,630). That works out to roughly $36/hr at 2,080 hours per year.

Metro Areas in Minnesota

Metro areaMedianMeanEmployment
Mankato, MN $81,950 $77,600 30
Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI $73,980 $75,000 150

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do recreational therapists make in Minnesota?

The median recreational therapists salary in Minnesota is $76,360 per year (mean $75,120), and about 80% earn between $55,210 and $97,570.

How much do recreational therapists make per hour in Minnesota?

Roughly $36 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $75,120 and 2,080 work hours per year.

Is Minnesota a high-paying state for recreational therapists?

Minnesota ranks #6 of 48 states for recreational therapists pay. Its mean salary of $75,120 is about 11.1% above the U.S. average of $67,630.

Which metro areas in Minnesota pay recreational therapists the most?

The highest-paying metro areas in Minnesota for recreational therapists are Mankato, MN ($81,950), Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI ($73,980), by median annual wage.

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