Recreational Therapist salary in New Jersey
What recreational therapists earn in New Jersey and its metro areas, compared with the rest of the country.
Median pay$60,400$29.04 per hour
vs U.S.−3%U.S. median $61,960
Middle half earn$55,890 – $75,180Top 10%: $85,580+
Jobs4301.03× the U.S. concentration
Recreational Therapist pay in New Jersey cities
Metro areas as BLS defines them. Click a column to sort.
| Metro area | Median | Hourly | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|
| New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ | $66,050 | $31.75 | 1,090 |
| Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $58,970 | $28.35 | 360 |
| Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton, PA-NJ | $47,540 | $22.86 | 30 |
Hospitals and jobs in New Jersey
Recreational Therapist pay in similar states
Michigan · $61,700 Virginia · $61,270 Ohio · $60,770 Wisconsin · $59,350 Kentucky · $59,240 Pennsylvania · $58,940
Other healthcare salaries in New Jersey
Home Health and Personal Care Aides · $37,090 Registered Nurses · $106,500 Nursing Assistants · $46,830 Medical Assistants · $47,210 Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses · $75,160 Pharmacy Technicians · $39,610 Dental Assistants · $49,390 Nurse Practitioners · $159,310 Physical Therapists · $112,140 Physicians, All Other · $285,010 Pharmacists · $137,620 Dental Hygienists · $107,040
Questions
How much does a recreational therapist make in New Jersey?
Recreational Therapists in New Jersey earned a median of $60,400 a year ($29.04 an hour) in May 2025, 3% less than the national median of $61,960. The middle half earned $55,890 to $75,180.
Where in New Jersey do recreational therapists earn the most?
Among areas in New Jersey, pay was highest in New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ at $66,050.
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.