Recreational Therapist salary in Louisiana
What recreational therapists earn in Louisiana and its metro areas, compared with the rest of the country.
Median pay$51,150$24.59 per hour
vs U.S.−17%U.S. median $61,960
Middle half earn$43,150 – $61,590Top 10%: $67,220+
Jobs1901.02× the U.S. concentration
Recreational Therapist pay in Louisiana cities
Metro areas as BLS defines them. Click a column to sort.
| Metro area | Median | Hourly | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baton Rouge, LA | $48,000 | $23.08 | 60 |
Hospitals and jobs in Louisiana
Recreational Therapist pay in similar states
Georgia · $52,010 Tennessee · $51,910 Delaware · $51,110 Montana · $51,110 North Carolina · $51,030 Oklahoma · $50,480
Other healthcare salaries in Louisiana
Registered Nurses · $80,230 Home Health and Personal Care Aides · $22,520 Nursing Assistants · $30,510 Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses · $57,470 Medical Assistants · $36,320 Pharmacy Technicians · $44,410 Pharmacists · $132,410 Nurse Practitioners · $125,600 Physicians, All Other · $350,920 Dental Assistants · $44,090 Healthcare Support Workers, All Other · $34,040 Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Workers, All Other · $63,240
Questions
How much does a recreational therapist make in Louisiana?
Recreational Therapists in Louisiana earned a median of $51,150 a year ($24.59 an hour) in May 2025, 17% less than the national median of $61,960. The middle half earned $43,150 to $61,590.
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.