Recreational Therapist salary in Missouri
What recreational therapists earn in Missouri and its metro areas, compared with the rest of the country.
Median pay$58,620$28.18 per hour
vs U.S.−5%U.S. median $61,960
Middle half earn$49,660 – $67,280Top 10%: $93,500+
Jobs1400.49× the U.S. concentration
Recreational Therapist pay in Missouri cities
Metro areas as BLS defines them. Click a column to sort.
| Metro area | Median | Hourly | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kansas City, MO-KS | $45,270 | $21.76 | 210 |
| St. Louis, MO-IL | $62,810 | $30.20 | 60 |
Hospitals and jobs in Missouri
Recreational Therapist pay in similar states
Wisconsin · $59,350 Kentucky · $59,240 Pennsylvania · $58,940 North Dakota · $58,370 Florida · $57,980 Maine · $57,560
Other healthcare salaries in Missouri
Home Health and Personal Care Aides · $33,080 Registered Nurses · $81,780 Nursing Assistants · $37,680 Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses · $61,530 Medical Assistants · $40,440 Pharmacy Technicians · $40,100 Nurse Practitioners · $129,930 Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians · $60,300 Dental Assistants · $45,970 Pharmacists · $137,610 Health Technologists and Technicians, All Other · $46,040 Radiologic Technologists and Technicians · $73,080
Questions
How much does a recreational therapist make in Missouri?
Recreational Therapists in Missouri earned a median of $58,620 a year ($28.18 an hour) in May 2025, 5% less than the national median of $61,960. The middle half earned $49,660 to $67,280.
Where in Missouri do recreational therapists earn the most?
Among areas in Missouri, pay was highest in St. Louis, MO-IL at $62,810.
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.