Recreational Therapist salary in Virginia
What recreational therapists earn in Virginia and its metro areas, compared with the rest of the country.
Median pay$61,270$29.46 per hour
vs U.S.−1%U.S. median $61,960
Middle half earn$55,520 – $78,170Top 10%: $87,020+
Jobs5701.43× the U.S. concentration
Recreational Therapist pay in Virginia cities
Metro areas as BLS defines them. Click a column to sort.
| Metro area | Median | Hourly | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $71,050 | $34.16 | 380 |
| Virginia Beach-Chesapeake-Norfolk, VA-NC | $59,560 | $28.64 | 120 |
| Richmond, VA | $61,270 | $29.46 | 110 |
Hospitals and jobs in Virginia
Recreational Therapist pay in similar states
Massachusetts · $62,820 Arizona · $62,610 Texas · $62,490 Michigan · $61,700 Ohio · $60,770 New Jersey · $60,400
Other healthcare salaries in Virginia
Registered Nurses · $93,600 Home Health and Personal Care Aides · $30,300 Nursing Assistants · $43,200 Medical Assistants · $44,740 Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses · $64,920 Dental Assistants · $46,670 Pharmacy Technicians · $44,610 Physicians, All Other · $278,530 Pharmacists · $144,060 Physical Therapists · $101,450 Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians · $61,050 Nurse Practitioners · $127,810
Questions
How much does a recreational therapist make in Virginia?
Recreational Therapists in Virginia earned a median of $61,270 a year ($29.46 an hour) in May 2025, 1% less than the national median of $61,960. The middle half earned $55,520 to $78,170.
Where in Virginia do recreational therapists earn the most?
Among areas in Virginia, pay was highest in Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV at $71,050.
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.