Recreational Therapist salary in Colorado
What recreational therapists earn in Colorado and its metro areas, compared with the rest of the country.
Median pay$66,580$32.01 per hour
vs U.S.+7%U.S. median $61,960
Middle half earn$55,010 – $78,420Top 10%: $88,120+
Jobs2000.73× the U.S. concentration
Recreational Therapist pay in Colorado cities
Metro areas as BLS defines them. Click a column to sort.
| Metro area | Median | Hourly | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO | $66,840 | $32.13 | 130 |
Hospitals and jobs in Colorado
Recreational Therapist pay in similar states
Oregon · $66,530 New York · $65,520 Hawaii · $64,500 Maryland · $64,300 Vermont · $63,380 Connecticut · $63,240
Other healthcare salaries in Colorado
Registered Nurses · $100,260 Home Health and Personal Care Aides · $38,540 Nursing Assistants · $47,380 Medical Assistants · $48,400 Dental Assistants · $48,340 Pharmacy Technicians · $49,970 Physical Therapists · $102,030 Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians · $70,050 Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses · $73,880 Pharmacists · $156,030 Speech-Language Pathologists · $110,750 Dental Hygienists · $109,580
Questions
How much does a recreational therapist make in Colorado?
Recreational Therapists in Colorado earned a median of $66,580 a year ($32.01 an hour) in May 2025, 7% more than the national median of $61,960. The middle half earned $55,010 to $78,420.
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.