How much does a recreational therapist make in Kansas?
$40,010a year
Median yearly pay for recreational therapists in Kansas. That is $19.24 an hour or $3,334 a month.
- Hourly
- $19.24
- Vs. national median
- -35%
- Rank among states
- 47 of 48
- Jobs in the state
- 710
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $29,720Median: $40,010Highest 10%: $60,720
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $29,720 | $14.29 | |
| 25th | $34,880 | $16.77 | |
| Median | $40,010 | $19.24 | |
| 75th | $50,370 | $24.22 | |
| 90th | $60,720 | $29.19 |
Cities in Kansas
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Kansas City, MO | $45,270 |
| Topeka, KS | $42,180 |
| Wichita, KS | $36,780 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for recreational therapists.
| 44. South Carolina | $48,880 |
| 45. South Dakota | $46,850 |
| 46. Arkansas | $42,670 |
| 47. Kansas | $40,010 |
| 48. Mississippi | $39,560 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a recreational therapist make an hour in Kansas?
The median hourly pay in Kansas is $19.24 ($40,010 a year).
Do recreational therapists make more in Kansas than the national average?
No: $40,010 against $61,960 nationally, 35% less.
Where does Kansas rank for recreational therapist pay?
Kansas ranks 47 of 48 states.
Which city in Kansas pays recreational therapists the most?
Kansas City, MO-KS, with a median of $45,270 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.