Recreational Therapist salary in Ohio
What recreational therapists earn in Ohio and its metro areas, compared with the rest of the country.
Median pay$60,770$29.22 per hour
vs U.S.−2%U.S. median $61,960
Middle half earn$50,110 – $72,840Top 10%: $84,910+
Jobs3100.58× the U.S. concentration
Recreational Therapist pay in Ohio cities
Metro areas as BLS defines them. Click a column to sort.
| Metro area | Median | Hourly | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Columbus, OH | $60,590 | $29.13 | 90 |
| Cincinnati, OH-KY-IN | $63,740 | $30.64 | 50 |
| Cleveland, OH | $67,390 | $32.40 | 50 |
Hospitals and jobs in Ohio
Recreational Therapist pay in similar states
Texas · $62,490 Michigan · $61,700 Virginia · $61,270 New Jersey · $60,400 Wisconsin · $59,350 Kentucky · $59,240
Other healthcare salaries in Ohio
Registered Nurses · $82,510 Home Health and Personal Care Aides · $34,460 Nursing Assistants · $39,010 Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses · $61,950 Medical Assistants · $42,810 Physicians, All Other · $297,440 Pharmacy Technicians · $40,650 Nurse Practitioners · $124,870 Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians · $63,800 Pharmacists · $137,020 Dental Assistants · $47,970 Physical Therapists · $103,050
Questions
How much does a recreational therapist make in Ohio?
Recreational Therapists in Ohio earned a median of $60,770 a year ($29.22 an hour) in May 2025, 2% less than the national median of $61,960. The middle half earned $50,110 to $72,840.
Where in Ohio do recreational therapists earn the most?
Among areas in Ohio, pay was highest in Cleveland, OH at $67,390.
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.