Recreational Therapist salary in Minnesota
What recreational therapists earn in Minnesota and its metro areas, compared with the rest of the country.
Median pay$76,360$36.71 per hour
vs U.S.+23%U.S. median $61,960
Middle half earn$65,160 – $84,200Top 10%: $97,570+
Jobs2500.89× the U.S. concentration
Recreational Therapist pay in Minnesota cities
Metro areas as BLS defines them. Click a column to sort.
| Metro area | Median | Hourly | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI | $73,980 | $35.57 | 150 |
| Mankato, MN | $81,950 | $39.40 | 30 |
Hospitals and jobs in Minnesota
Recreational Therapist pay in similar states
New Hampshire · $82,280 Nevada · $78,730 Washington · $77,860 Colorado · $66,580 Oregon · $66,530 New York · $65,520
Other healthcare salaries in Minnesota
Home Health and Personal Care Aides · $38,370 Registered Nurses · $101,510 Nursing Assistants · $46,680 Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses · $63,750 Medical Assistants · $50,480 Nurse Practitioners · $133,260 Pharmacy Technicians · $48,300 Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians · $74,440 Pharmacists · $159,740 Dental Assistants · $65,270 Physicians, All Other · $367,320 Physical Therapists · $102,010
Questions
How much does a recreational therapist make in Minnesota?
Recreational Therapists in Minnesota earned a median of $76,360 a year ($36.71 an hour) in May 2025, 23% more than the national median of $61,960. The middle half earned $65,160 to $84,200.
Where in Minnesota do recreational therapists earn the most?
Among areas in Minnesota, pay was highest in Mankato, MN at $81,950.
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.