How much does a recreational therapist make in Fresno?
$98,160a year
Median yearly pay for recreational therapists in the Fresno, CA metro area. That is $47.19 an hour or $8,180 a month.
- Hourly
- $47.19
- Vs. national median
- +58%
- Rank among cities
- 7 of 84
- Jobs in the area
- 150
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $81,720Median: $98,160Highest 10%: $115,400
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $81,720 | $39.29 | |
| 25th | $95,980 | $46.14 | |
| Median | $98,160 | $47.19 | |
| 75th | $98,190 | $47.21 | |
| 90th | $115,400 | $55.47 |
Other cities in California
Median yearly pay for recreational therapists.
| Stockton, CA | $115,300 |
| Vallejo, CA | $115,300 |
| Napa, CA | $107,800 |
| San Francisco, CA | $102,400 |
| San Jose, CA | $101,700 |
| San Diego, CA | $98,530 |
| Riverside, CA | $98,120 |
| Sacramento, CA | $91,790 |
| Los Angeles, CA | $91,740 |
Related jobs in Fresno
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Psychiatrist | $315,500 |
| Physician | $315,400 |
| Pediatrician | $289,300 |
| Obstetrician and Gynecologist | $287,500 |
| Family Medicine Physician | $277,700 |
| Healthcare Diagnosing or Treating Practitioner | $209,100 |
| Dentist | $188,500 |
| Pharmacist | $169,200 |
| Nurse Practitioner | $166,600 |
| Nuclear Medicine Technologist | $163,400 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a recreational therapist make an hour in Fresno?
The median hourly pay in the Fresno, CA metro area is $47.19 ($98,160 a year).
Do recreational therapists make more in Fresno than the national average?
Yes: $98,160 against $61,960 nationally, 58% more.
How does Fresno compare with the rest of California?
The median in California is $98,170, so Fresno pays 0% more.
Where does Fresno rank for recreational therapist pay?
7 of 84 metro areas with data.
How much does a recreational therapist make starting out in Fresno?
The lowest-paid 10% make $81,720 or less a year; the top 10% make $115,400 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.