Recreational Therapist salary in Nebraska
What recreational therapists earn in Nebraska and its metro areas, compared with the rest of the country.
Median pay$62,980$30.28 per hour
vs U.S.+2%U.S. median $61,960
Middle half earn$47,430 – $72,650Top 10%: $79,080+
Jobs1501.57× the U.S. concentration
Recreational Therapist pay in Nebraska cities
Metro areas as BLS defines them. Click a column to sort.
| Metro area | Median | Hourly | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Omaha, NE-IA | $58,630 | $28.19 | 70 |
| Lincoln, NE | $62,980 | $30.28 | 50 |
Hospitals and jobs in Nebraska
Recreational Therapist pay in similar states
Vermont · $63,380 Connecticut · $63,240 Massachusetts · $62,820 Arizona · $62,610 Texas · $62,490 Michigan · $61,700
Other healthcare salaries in Nebraska
Registered Nurses · $84,730 Nursing Assistants · $40,000 Home Health and Personal Care Aides · $36,150 Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses · $62,660 Pharmacy Technicians · $46,610 Dental Assistants · $46,660 Pharmacists · $139,330 Medical Assistants · $47,370 Nurse Practitioners · $132,130 Physical Therapists · $97,090 Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians · $60,540 Radiologic Technologists and Technicians · $72,860
Questions
How much does a recreational therapist make in Nebraska?
Recreational Therapists in Nebraska earned a median of $62,980 a year ($30.28 an hour) in May 2025, 2% more than the national median of $61,960. The middle half earned $47,430 to $72,650.
Where in Nebraska do recreational therapists earn the most?
Among areas in Nebraska, pay was highest in Lincoln, NE at $62,980.
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.