How much does a recreational therapist make in Baton Rouge?
$48,000a year
Median yearly pay for recreational therapists in the Baton Rouge, LA metro area. That is $23.08 an hour or $4,000 a month.
- Hourly
- $23.08
- Vs. national median
- -23%
- Rank among cities
- 76 of 84
- Jobs in the area
- 60
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $37,400Median: $48,000Highest 10%: $61,590
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $37,400 | $17.98 | |
| 25th | $41,600 | $20.00 | |
| Median | $48,000 | $23.08 | |
| 75th | $57,560 | $27.67 | |
| 90th | $61,590 | $29.61 |
Other cities in Louisiana
Median yearly pay for recreational therapists.
| No other city in the state with data. |
Related jobs in Baton Rouge
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Physician | $413,600 |
| Family Medicine Physician | $315,600 |
| Nurse Anesthetist | $268,200 |
| Dentist | $185,400 |
| Pharmacist | $134,700 |
| Physician Assistant | $130,700 |
| Nurse Practitioner | $129,100 |
| Veterinarian | $126,900 |
| Therapist | $100,400 |
| Physical Therapist | $98,920 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a recreational therapist make an hour in Baton Rouge?
The median hourly pay in the Baton Rouge, LA metro area is $23.08 ($48,000 a year).
Do recreational therapists make more in Baton Rouge than the national average?
No: $48,000 against $61,960 nationally, 23% less.
How does Baton Rouge compare with the rest of Louisiana?
The median in Louisiana is $51,150, so Baton Rouge pays 6% less.
Where does Baton Rouge rank for recreational therapist pay?
76 of 84 metro areas with data.
How much does a recreational therapist make starting out in Baton Rouge?
The lowest-paid 10% make $37,400 or less a year; the top 10% make $61,590 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.