How much does a recreational therapist make in Charlotte?
$52,170a year
Median yearly pay for recreational therapists in the Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia, NC-SC metro area. That is $25.08 an hour or $4,348 a month.
- Hourly
- $25.08
- Vs. national median
- -16%
- Rank among cities
- 69 of 84
- Jobs in the area
- 90
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $41,300Median: $52,170Highest 10%: $84,500
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $41,300 | $19.86 | |
| 25th | $45,100 | $21.68 | |
| Median | $52,170 | $25.08 | |
| 75th | $66,260 | $31.86 | |
| 90th | $84,500 | $40.63 |
Other cities in North Carolina
Median yearly pay for recreational therapists.
| Virginia Beach, VA | $59,560 |
| Durham, NC | $53,100 |
Related jobs in Charlotte
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Orthopedic Surgeon | $572,900 |
| Cardiologist | $528,800 |
| Obstetrician and Gynecologist | $353,700 |
| Neurologist | $337,600 |
| Physician | $327,000 |
| General Internal Medicine Physician | $289,800 |
| Nurse Anesthetist | $277,600 |
| Dermatologist | $276,200 |
| Family Medicine Physician | $269,300 |
| Podiatrist | $254,600 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a recreational therapist make an hour in Charlotte?
The median hourly pay in the Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia, NC-SC metro area is $25.08 ($52,170 a year).
Do recreational therapists make more in Charlotte than the national average?
No: $52,170 against $61,960 nationally, 16% less.
How does Charlotte compare with the rest of North Carolina?
The median in North Carolina is $51,030, so Charlotte pays 2% more.
Where does Charlotte rank for recreational therapist pay?
69 of 84 metro areas with data.
How much does a recreational therapist make starting out in Charlotte?
The lowest-paid 10% make $41,300 or less a year; the top 10% make $84,500 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.