How much does a recreational therapist make in Colorado?
$66,580a year
Median yearly pay for recreational therapists in Colorado. That is $32.01 an hour or $5,548 a month.
- Hourly
- $32.01
- Vs. national median
- +7%
- Rank among states
- 7 of 48
- Jobs in the state
- 200
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $44,530Median: $66,580Highest 10%: $88,120
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $44,530 | $21.41 | |
| 25th | $55,010 | $26.45 | |
| Median | $66,580 | $32.01 | |
| 75th | $78,420 | $37.70 | |
| 90th | $88,120 | $42.37 |
Cities in Colorado
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Denver, CO | $66,840 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for recreational therapists.
| 4. Nevada | $78,730 |
| 5. Washington | $77,860 |
| 6. Minnesota | $76,360 |
| 7. Colorado | $66,580 |
| 8. Oregon | $66,530 |
| 9. New York | $65,520 |
| 10. Hawaii | $64,500 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a recreational therapist make an hour in Colorado?
The median hourly pay in Colorado is $32.01 ($66,580 a year).
Do recreational therapists make more in Colorado than the national average?
Yes: $66,580 against $61,960 nationally, 7% more.
Where does Colorado rank for recreational therapist pay?
Colorado ranks 7 of 48 states.
Which city in Colorado pays recreational therapists the most?
Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO, with a median of $66,840 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.