How much does a recreational therapist make in Iowa?
$56,140a year
Median yearly pay for recreational therapists in Iowa. That is $26.99 an hour or $4,678 a month.
- Hourly
- $26.99
- Vs. national median
- -9%
- Rank among states
- 31 of 48
- Jobs in the state
- 230
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $43,580Median: $56,140Highest 10%: $81,970
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $43,580 | $20.95 | |
| 25th | $50,910 | $24.48 | |
| Median | $56,140 | $26.99 | |
| 75th | $64,290 | $30.91 | |
| 90th | $81,970 | $39.41 |
Cities in Iowa
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Des Moines, IA | $62,000 |
| Iowa City, IA | $60,140 |
| Omaha, NE | $58,630 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for recreational therapists.
| 28. Maine | $57,560 |
| 29. Alabama | $57,360 |
| 30. Utah | $56,640 |
| 31. Iowa | $56,140 |
| 32. Illinois | $54,910 |
| 33. Indiana | $53,770 |
| 34. Georgia | $52,010 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a recreational therapist make an hour in Iowa?
The median hourly pay in Iowa is $26.99 ($56,140 a year).
Do recreational therapists make more in Iowa than the national average?
No: $56,140 against $61,960 nationally, 9% less.
Where does Iowa rank for recreational therapist pay?
Iowa ranks 31 of 48 states.
Which city in Iowa pays recreational therapists the most?
Des Moines-West Des Moines, IA, with a median of $62,000 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.