Recreational Therapist salary in Arizona
What recreational therapists earn in Arizona and its metro areas, compared with the rest of the country.
Median pay$62,610$30.10 per hour
vs U.S.+1%U.S. median $61,960
Middle half earn$55,820 – $82,490Top 10%: $90,230+
Jobs1700.53× the U.S. concentration
Recreational Therapist pay in Arizona cities
Metro areas as BLS defines them. Click a column to sort.
| Metro area | Median | Hourly | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ | $62,610 | $30.10 | 130 |
Hospitals and jobs in Arizona
Recreational Therapist pay in similar states
Vermont · $63,380 Connecticut · $63,240 Nebraska · $62,980 Massachusetts · $62,820 Texas · $62,490 Michigan · $61,700
Other healthcare salaries in Arizona
Home Health and Personal Care Aides · $36,420 Registered Nurses · $99,500 Medical Assistants · $45,940 Nursing Assistants · $44,780 Pharmacy Technicians · $47,640 Dental Assistants · $49,000 Psychiatric Technicians · $45,640 Nurse Practitioners · $134,420 Pharmacists · $146,930 Physicians, All Other · $312,490 Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses · $77,070 Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians · $62,530
Questions
How much does a recreational therapist make in Arizona?
Recreational Therapists in Arizona earned a median of $62,610 a year ($30.10 an hour) in May 2025, 1% more than the national median of $61,960. The middle half earned $55,820 to $82,490.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, all industries. Pay doesn't reflect cost of living, overtime or shift differentials.