How much does a recreational therapist make in Georgia?
$52,010a year
Median yearly pay for recreational therapists in Georgia. That is $25.00 an hour or $4,334 a month.
- Hourly
- $25.00
- Vs. national median
- -16%
- Rank among states
- 34 of 48
- Jobs in the state
- 530
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $29,330Median: $52,010Highest 10%: $92,500
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $29,330 | $14.10 | |
| 25th | $47,340 | $22.76 | |
| Median | $52,010 | $25.00 | |
| 75th | $64,360 | $30.94 | |
| 90th | $92,500 | $44.47 |
Cities in Georgia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Atlanta, GA | $60,640 |
| Savannah, GA | $53,080 |
| Columbus, GA | $52,750 |
| Augusta, GA | $52,010 |
| Chattanooga, TN | $48,590 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for recreational therapists.
| 31. Iowa | $56,140 |
| 32. Illinois | $54,910 |
| 33. Indiana | $53,770 |
| 34. Georgia | $52,010 |
| 35. Tennessee | $51,910 |
| 36. Louisiana | $51,150 |
| 37. Delaware | $51,110 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a recreational therapist make an hour in Georgia?
The median hourly pay in Georgia is $25.00 ($52,010 a year).
Do recreational therapists make more in Georgia than the national average?
No: $52,010 against $61,960 nationally, 16% less.
Where does Georgia rank for recreational therapist pay?
Georgia ranks 34 of 48 states.
Which city in Georgia pays recreational therapists the most?
Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA, with a median of $60,640 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.