How much does a recreational therapist make in Cleveland?
$67,390a year
Median yearly pay for recreational therapists in the Cleveland, OH metro area. That is $32.40 an hour or $5,616 a month.
- Hourly
- $32.40
- Vs. national median
- +9%
- Rank among cities
- 18 of 84
- Jobs in the area
- 50
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $47,740Median: $67,390Highest 10%: $95,200
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $47,740 | $22.95 | |
| 25th | $54,930 | $26.41 | |
| Median | $67,390 | $32.40 | |
| 75th | $87,480 | $42.06 | |
| 90th | $95,200 | $45.77 |
Other cities in Ohio
Median yearly pay for recreational therapists.
| Cincinnati, OH | $63,740 |
| Columbus, OH | $60,590 |
Related jobs in Cleveland
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Neurologist | $383,400 |
| Family Medicine Physician | $324,300 |
| Orthopedic Surgeon | $323,500 |
| Orthodontist | $318,100 |
| Psychiatrist | $271,800 |
| Physician | $248,400 |
| Anesthesiologist | $239,200 |
| Cardiologist | $239,200 |
| Nurse Anesthetist | $231,800 |
| Pediatrician | $218,000 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a recreational therapist make an hour in Cleveland?
The median hourly pay in the Cleveland, OH metro area is $32.40 ($67,390 a year).
Do recreational therapists make more in Cleveland than the national average?
Yes: $67,390 against $61,960 nationally, 9% more.
How does Cleveland compare with the rest of Ohio?
The median in Ohio is $60,770, so Cleveland pays 11% more.
Where does Cleveland rank for recreational therapist pay?
18 of 84 metro areas with data.
How much does a recreational therapist make starting out in Cleveland?
The lowest-paid 10% make $47,740 or less a year; the top 10% make $95,200 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.