How much does a recreation worker make in Springfield?
$37,500a year
Median yearly pay for recreation workers in the Springfield, MA metro area. That is $18.03 an hour or $3,125 a month.
- Hourly
- $18.03
- Vs. national median
- +3%
- Rank among cities
- 63 of 387
- Jobs in the area
- 590
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $31,210Median: $37,500Highest 10%: $49,910
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $31,210 | $15.00 | |
| 25th | $34,500 | $16.59 | |
| Median | $37,500 | $18.03 | |
| 75th | $42,870 | $20.61 | |
| 90th | $49,910 | $24.00 |
Other cities in Massachusetts
Median yearly pay for recreation workers.
| Barnstable Town, MA | $39,430 |
| Boston, MA | $38,770 |
| Worcester, MA | $37,950 |
| Pittsfield, MA | $37,450 |
| Providence, RI | $36,320 |
| Amherst Town, MA | $36,280 |
Related jobs in Springfield
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Exercise Trainer and Group Fitness Instructor | $54,440 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Personal Service Worker | $49,300 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Entertainment and Recreation Worker | $49,250 |
| Residential Advisor | $47,860 |
| Skincare Specialist | $46,920 |
| Funeral Attendant | $46,090 |
| Childcare Worker | $36,910 |
| Hairdresser | $36,690 |
| Animal Caretaker | $36,570 |
| Manicurist and Pedicurist | $35,500 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a recreation worker make an hour in Springfield?
The median hourly pay in the Springfield, MA metro area is $18.03 ($37,500 a year).
Do recreation workers make more in Springfield than the national average?
Yes: $37,500 against $36,560 nationally, 3% more.
How does Springfield compare with the rest of Massachusetts?
The median in Massachusetts is $38,540, so Springfield pays 3% less.
Where does Springfield rank for recreation worker pay?
63 of 387 metro areas with data.
How much does a recreation worker make starting out in Springfield?
The lowest-paid 10% make $31,210 or less a year; the top 10% make $49,910 or more.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.