How much does a recreational therapist make in Indiana?
$53,770a year
Median yearly pay for recreational therapists in Indiana. That is $25.85 an hour or $4,481 a month.
- Hourly
- $25.85
- Vs. national median
- -13%
- Rank among states
- 33 of 48
- Jobs in the state
- 190
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $38,550Median: $53,770Highest 10%: $76,750
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $38,550 | $18.53 | |
| 25th | $45,560 | $21.90 | |
| Median | $53,770 | $25.85 | |
| 75th | $63,450 | $30.50 | |
| 90th | $76,750 | $36.90 |
Cities in Indiana
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Cincinnati, OH | $63,740 |
| Louisville, KY | $61,840 |
| Chicago, IL | $54,460 |
| Indianapolis, IN | $52,960 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for recreational therapists.
| 30. Utah | $56,640 |
| 31. Iowa | $56,140 |
| 32. Illinois | $54,910 |
| 33. Indiana | $53,770 |
| 34. Georgia | $52,010 |
| 35. Tennessee | $51,910 |
| 36. Louisiana | $51,150 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a recreational therapist make an hour in Indiana?
The median hourly pay in Indiana is $25.85 ($53,770 a year).
Do recreational therapists make more in Indiana than the national average?
No: $53,770 against $61,960 nationally, 13% less.
Where does Indiana rank for recreational therapist pay?
Indiana ranks 33 of 48 states.
Which city in Indiana pays recreational therapists the most?
Cincinnati, OH-KY-IN, with a median of $63,740 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.