How much does a recreation worker make in Springfield?
$34,740a year
Median yearly pay for recreation workers in the Springfield, MO metro area. That is $16.70 an hour or $2,895 a month.
- Hourly
- $16.70
- Vs. national median
- -5%
- Rank among cities
- 170 of 387
- Jobs in the area
- 450
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $28,600Median: $34,740Highest 10%: $48,420
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $28,600 | $13.75 | |
| 25th | $29,120 | $14.00 | |
| Median | $34,740 | $16.70 | |
| 75th | $39,830 | $19.15 | |
| 90th | $48,420 | $23.28 |
Other cities in Missouri
Median yearly pay for recreation workers.
| Columbia, MO | $36,860 |
| Jefferson City, MO | $35,710 |
| Kansas City, MO | $35,090 |
| St. Louis, MO | $33,750 |
| Cape Girardeau, MO | $30,910 |
| Joplin, MO | $30,190 |
Related jobs in Springfield
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Barber | $56,580 |
| Residential Advisor | $52,730 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Entertainment and Recreation Worker | $46,470 |
| Skincare Specialist | $44,620 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Personal Service Worker | $42,810 |
| Manicurist and Pedicurist | $38,060 |
| Mortician | $35,310 |
| Exercise Trainer and Group Fitness Instructor | $35,240 |
| Tour and Travel Guide | $34,300 |
| Childcare Worker | $29,610 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a recreation worker make an hour in Springfield?
The median hourly pay in the Springfield, MO metro area is $16.70 ($34,740 a year).
Do recreation workers make more in Springfield than the national average?
No: $34,740 against $36,560 nationally, 5% less.
How does Springfield compare with the rest of Missouri?
The median in Missouri is $34,320, so Springfield pays 1% more.
Where does Springfield rank for recreation worker pay?
170 of 387 metro areas with data.
How much does a recreation worker make starting out in Springfield?
The lowest-paid 10% make $28,600 or less a year; the top 10% make $48,420 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.