How much does a recreational therapist make in Idaho?
$49,720a year
Median yearly pay for recreational therapists in Idaho. That is $23.90 an hour or $4,143 a month.
- Hourly
- $23.90
- Vs. national median
- -20%
- Rank among states
- 41 of 48
- Jobs in the state
- 90
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $39,920Median: $49,720Highest 10%: $72,360
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $39,920 | $19.19 | |
| 25th | $47,290 | $22.74 | |
| Median | $49,720 | $23.90 | |
| 75th | $60,510 | $29.09 | |
| 90th | $72,360 | $34.79 |
Cities in Idaho
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Boise City, ID | $49,720 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for recreational therapists.
| 38. Montana | $51,110 |
| 39. North Carolina | $51,030 |
| 40. Oklahoma | $50,480 |
| 41. Idaho | $49,720 |
| 42. New Mexico | $49,210 |
| 43. West Virginia | $49,010 |
| 44. South Carolina | $48,880 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a recreational therapist make an hour in Idaho?
The median hourly pay in Idaho is $23.90 ($49,720 a year).
Do recreational therapists make more in Idaho than the national average?
No: $49,720 against $61,960 nationally, 20% less.
Where does Idaho rank for recreational therapist pay?
Idaho ranks 41 of 48 states.
Which city in Idaho pays recreational therapists the most?
Boise City, ID, with a median of $49,720 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.