How much does a recreational therapist make in Alabama?
$57,360a year
Median yearly pay for recreational therapists in Alabama. That is $27.58 an hour or $4,780 a month.
- Hourly
- $27.58
- Vs. national median
- -7%
- Rank among states
- 29 of 48
- Jobs in the state
- 160
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $43,840Median: $57,360Highest 10%: $87,110
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $43,840 | $21.08 | |
| 25th | $49,670 | $23.88 | |
| Median | $57,360 | $27.58 | |
| 75th | $66,660 | $32.05 | |
| 90th | $87,110 | $41.88 |
Cities in Alabama
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Columbus, GA | $52,750 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for recreational therapists.
| 26. North Dakota | $58,370 |
| 27. Florida | $57,980 |
| 28. Maine | $57,560 |
| 29. Alabama | $57,360 |
| 30. Utah | $56,640 |
| 31. Iowa | $56,140 |
| 32. Illinois | $54,910 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a recreational therapist make an hour in Alabama?
The median hourly pay in Alabama is $27.58 ($57,360 a year).
Do recreational therapists make more in Alabama than the national average?
No: $57,360 against $61,960 nationally, 7% less.
Where does Alabama rank for recreational therapist pay?
Alabama ranks 29 of 48 states.
Which city in Alabama pays recreational therapists the most?
Columbus, GA-AL, with a median of $52,750 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.