How much does a recreational therapist make in Hartford?
$63,950a year
Median yearly pay for recreational therapists in the Hartford-West Hartford-East Hartford, CT metro area. That is $30.75 an hour or $5,329 a month.
- Hourly
- $30.75
- Vs. national median
- +3%
- Rank among cities
- 26 of 84
- Jobs in the area
- 170
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $46,280Median: $63,950Highest 10%: $104,900
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $46,280 | $22.25 | |
| 25th | $50,670 | $24.36 | |
| Median | $63,950 | $30.75 | |
| 75th | $84,640 | $40.69 | |
| 90th | $104,900 | $50.45 |
Other cities in Connecticut
Median yearly pay for recreational therapists.
| New Haven, CT | $66,740 |
| Bridgeport, CT | $59,340 |
Related jobs in Hartford
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Cardiologist | $436,500 |
| Emergency Medicine Physician | $418,900 |
| Psychiatrist | $280,400 |
| Nurse Anesthetist | $231,800 |
| Physician | $222,800 |
| Pediatrician | $211,200 |
| General Internal Medicine Physician | $179,400 |
| Neurologist | $178,900 |
| Healthcare Diagnosing or Treating Practitioner | $154,500 |
| Surgeon | $151,600 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a recreational therapist make an hour in Hartford?
The median hourly pay in the Hartford-West Hartford-East Hartford, CT metro area is $30.75 ($63,950 a year).
Do recreational therapists make more in Hartford than the national average?
Yes: $63,950 against $61,960 nationally, 3% more.
How does Hartford compare with the rest of Connecticut?
The median in Connecticut is $63,240, so Hartford pays 1% more.
Where does Hartford rank for recreational therapist pay?
26 of 84 metro areas with data.
How much does a recreational therapist make starting out in Hartford?
The lowest-paid 10% make $46,280 or less a year; the top 10% make $104,900 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.