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Recreational Therapists Salary in Pennsylvania
Ranked #28 of 48 · PA
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of recreational therapistss in Pennsylvania earn between $39,690 and $80,340. 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 Pennsylvania is $59,450, about 12.1% below the U.S. average ($67,630). That works out to roughly $29/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Pennsylvania
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northwestern Pennsylvania nonmetropolitan area | $63,800 | $62,630 | 30 |
| Central Pennsylvania nonmetropolitan area | $63,320 | $63,650 | 60 |
| Pittsburgh, PA | $61,250 | $61,510 | 100 |
| Scranton--Wilkes-Barre, PA | $60,550 | $63,280 | 30 |
| Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $58,970 | $61,520 | 360 |
| Lancaster, PA | $52,820 | $53,960 | 30 |
| Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton, PA-NJ | $47,540 | $52,720 | 30 |
| Harrisburg-Carlisle, PA | $39,260 | $45,340 | 40 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do recreational therapists make in Pennsylvania?
The median recreational therapists salary in Pennsylvania is $58,940 per year (mean $59,450), and about 80% earn between $39,690 and $80,340.
How much do recreational therapists make per hour in Pennsylvania?
Roughly $29 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $59,450 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Pennsylvania a high-paying state for recreational therapists?
Pennsylvania ranks #28 of 48 states for recreational therapists pay. Its mean salary of $59,450 is about 12.1% below the U.S. average of $67,630.
Which metro areas in Pennsylvania pay recreational therapists the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Pennsylvania for recreational therapists are Northwestern Pennsylvania nonmetropolitan area ($63,800), Central Pennsylvania nonmetropolitan area ($63,320), Pittsburgh, PA ($61,250), by median annual wage.