Recreational Therapist salary in Connecticut
What recreational therapists earn in Connecticut and its metro areas, compared with the rest of the country.
Median pay$63,240$30.40 per hour
vs U.S.+2%U.S. median $61,960
Middle half earn$51,190 – $81,330Top 10%: $101,650+
Jobs3802.30× the U.S. concentration
Recreational Therapist pay in Connecticut cities
Metro areas as BLS defines them. Click a column to sort.
| Metro area | Median | Hourly | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hartford-West Hartford-East Hartford, CT | $63,950 | $30.74 | 170 |
| Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury, CT | $59,340 | $28.53 | 80 |
| New Haven, CT | $66,740 | $32.09 | 60 |
Hospitals and jobs in Connecticut
Recreational Therapist pay in similar states
Maryland · $64,300 Vermont · $63,380 Nebraska · $62,980 Massachusetts · $62,820 Arizona · $62,610 Texas · $62,490
Other healthcare salaries in Connecticut
Home Health and Personal Care Aides · $38,990 Registered Nurses · $102,740 Nursing Assistants · $44,790 Medical Assistants · $47,430 Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses · $73,690 Pharmacy Technicians · $47,050 Physicians, All Other · $214,990 Physical Therapists · $104,360 Dental Assistants · $56,850 Nurse Practitioners · $138,470 Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians · $65,310 Physician Assistants · $139,860
Questions
How much does a recreational therapist make in Connecticut?
Recreational Therapists in Connecticut earned a median of $63,240 a year ($30.40 an hour) in May 2025, 2% more than the national median of $61,960. The middle half earned $51,190 to $81,330.
Where in Connecticut do recreational therapists earn the most?
Among areas in Connecticut, pay was highest in New Haven, CT at $66,740.
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.