Recreational Therapist salary in Wisconsin
What recreational therapists earn in Wisconsin and its metro areas, compared with the rest of the country.
Median pay$59,350$28.54 per hour
vs U.S.−4%U.S. median $61,960
Middle half earn$52,470 – $70,370Top 10%: $81,330+
Jobs3501.24× the U.S. concentration
Recreational Therapist pay in Wisconsin cities
Metro areas as BLS defines them. Click a column to sort.
| Metro area | Median | Hourly | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI | $73,980 | $35.57 | 150 |
| Milwaukee-Waukesha, WI | $63,950 | $30.74 | 130 |
| Madison, WI | $60,960 | $29.31 | 40 |
Hospitals and jobs in Wisconsin
Recreational Therapist pay in similar states
New Jersey · $60,400 Kentucky · $59,240 Pennsylvania · $58,940 Missouri · $58,620 North Dakota · $58,370 Florida · $57,980
Other healthcare salaries in Wisconsin
Home Health and Personal Care Aides · $36,340 Registered Nurses · $95,530 Nursing Assistants · $45,130 Medical Assistants · $48,680 Pharmacy Technicians · $45,970 Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians · $60,670 Dental Assistants · $47,520 Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses · $63,760 Physicians, All Other · $391,740 Pharmacists · $148,740 Physical Therapists · $101,840 Nurse Practitioners · $131,980
Questions
How much does a recreational therapist make in Wisconsin?
Recreational Therapists in Wisconsin earned a median of $59,350 a year ($28.54 an hour) in May 2025, 4% less than the national median of $61,960. The middle half earned $52,470 to $70,370.
Where in Wisconsin do recreational therapists earn the most?
Among areas in Wisconsin, pay was highest in Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI at $73,980.
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.