How much does a recreation worker make in Washington?
$44,890a year
Median yearly pay for recreation workers in Washington. That is $21.58 an hour or $3,741 a month.
- Hourly
- $21.58
- Vs. national median
- +23%
- Rank among states
- 2 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 6,380
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $35,660Median: $44,890Highest 10%: $59,790
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $35,660 | $17.14 | |
| 25th | $37,420 | $17.99 | |
| Median | $44,890 | $21.58 | |
| 75th | $50,150 | $24.11 | |
| 90th | $59,790 | $28.75 |
Cities in Washington
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Seattle, WA | $45,990 |
| Bellingham, WA | $44,640 |
| Kennewick, WA | $43,460 |
| Mount Vernon, WA | $43,380 |
| Bremerton, WA | $43,060 |
| Portland, OR | $42,580 |
| Olympia, WA | $40,330 |
| Walla Walla, WA | $40,250 |
| Spokane, WA | $39,260 |
| Yakima, WA | $38,820 |
| Wenatchee, WA | $37,600 |
| Longview, WA | $37,450 |
| Lewiston, ID | $29,740 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for recreation workers.
| 1. District of Columbia | $46,460 |
| 2. Washington | $44,890 |
| 3. South Dakota | $42,270 |
| 4. Hawaii | $41,000 |
| 5. California | $39,780 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a recreation worker make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in Washington is $21.58 ($44,890 a year).
Do recreation workers make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $44,890 against $36,560 nationally, 23% more.
Where does Washington rank for recreation worker pay?
Washington ranks 2 of 51 states.
Which city in Washington pays recreation workers the most?
Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA, with a median of $45,990 a year.
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.