Profession
Recreational Therapists
Plan, direct, or coordinate medically-approved recreation programs for patients in hospitals, nursing homes, or other institutions. Activities include sports, trips, dramatics, social activities, and crafts. May assess a patient condition and recommend appropriate recreational activity.
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Salary data
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🇺🇸 United States2025
29-1125SOC 2018 29-1125
GroupAll
Median61,960 USD
Average67,630 USD
Middle 50%50,240 USD - 79,930 USD
Decile range40,990 USD - 100,420 USD
Bottom decile40,990 USD
Top decile100,420 USD
🇺🇸 California2025
29-1125SOC 2018 29-1125
GroupAll
Median98,170 USD
Average95,420 USD
Middle 50%79,820 USD - 107,830 USD
Decile range60,940 USD - 115,370 USD
Bottom decile60,940 USD
Top decile115,370 USD
Sources
- BLS OEWS May 2025 National2025 - SOC 2018
- BLS OEWS May 2025 State2025 - SOC 2018
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