Recreational Therapist salary in Mississippi
What recreational therapists earn in Mississippi and its metro areas, compared with the rest of the country.
Median pay$39,560$19.02 per hour
vs U.S.−36%U.S. median $61,960
Middle half earn$34,800 – $53,170Top 10%: $65,170+
Jobs1401.26× the U.S. concentration
Recreational Therapist pay in Mississippi cities
Metro areas as BLS defines them. Click a column to sort.
| Metro area | Median | Hourly | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jackson, MS | $38,800 | $18.65 | 60 |
| Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $55,270 | $26.57 | 40 |
Hospitals and jobs in Mississippi
Recreational Therapist pay in similar states
New Mexico · $49,210 West Virginia · $49,010 South Carolina · $48,880 South Dakota · $46,850 Arkansas · $42,670 Kansas · $40,010
Other healthcare salaries in Mississippi
Registered Nurses · $77,090 Home Health and Personal Care Aides · $23,860 Nursing Assistants · $31,520 Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses · $50,220 Nurse Practitioners · $124,730 Pharmacy Technicians · $39,040 Medical Assistants · $35,360 Dental Assistants · $39,160 Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians · $50,640 Pharmacists · $133,230 Radiologic Technologists and Technicians · $59,300 Psychiatric Aides · $30,510
Questions
How much does a recreational therapist make in Mississippi?
Recreational Therapists in Mississippi earned a median of $39,560 a year ($19.02 an hour) in May 2025, 36% less than the national median of $61,960. The middle half earned $34,800 to $53,170.
Where in Mississippi do recreational therapists earn the most?
Among areas in Mississippi, pay was highest in Memphis, TN-MS-AR at $55,270.
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.