Recreational Therapist salary in Idaho
What recreational therapists earn in Idaho and its metro areas, compared with the rest of the country.
Median pay$49,720$23.90 per hour
vs U.S.−20%U.S. median $61,960
Middle half earn$47,290 – $60,510Top 10%: $72,360+
Jobs901.13× the U.S. concentration
Recreational Therapist pay in Idaho cities
Metro areas as BLS defines them. Click a column to sort.
| Metro area | Median | Hourly | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boise City, ID | $49,720 | $23.90 | 60 |
Hospitals and jobs in Idaho
Recreational Therapist pay in similar states
Delaware · $51,110 North Carolina · $51,030 Oklahoma · $50,480 New Mexico · $49,210 West Virginia · $49,010 South Carolina · $48,880
Other healthcare salaries in Idaho
Home Health and Personal Care Aides · $34,790 Registered Nurses · $92,460 Nursing Assistants · $38,650 Medical Assistants · $44,700 Pharmacy Technicians · $46,420 Dental Assistants · $45,880 Dental Hygienists · $94,650 Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses · $63,800 Pharmacists · $144,900 Nurse Practitioners · $132,540 Physicians, All Other · $299,340 Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians · $47,450
Questions
How much does a recreational therapist make in Idaho?
Recreational Therapists in Idaho earned a median of $49,720 a year ($23.90 an hour) in May 2025, 20% less than the national median of $61,960. The middle half earned $47,290 to $60,510.
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.