How much does a recreational therapist make in Maryland?
$64,300a year
Median yearly pay for recreational therapists in Maryland. That is $30.91 an hour or $5,358 a month.
- Hourly
- $30.91
- Vs. national median
- +4%
- Rank among states
- 11 of 48
- Jobs in the state
- 290
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $39,220Median: $64,300Highest 10%: $95,490
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $39,220 | $18.86 | |
| 25th | $45,420 | $21.84 | |
| Median | $64,300 | $30.91 | |
| 75th | $77,600 | $37.31 | |
| 90th | $95,490 | $45.91 |
Cities in Maryland
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Washington, DC | $71,050 |
| Baltimore, MD | $64,700 |
| Philadelphia, PA | $58,970 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for recreational therapists.
| 8. Oregon | $66,530 |
| 9. New York | $65,520 |
| 10. Hawaii | $64,500 |
| 11. Maryland | $64,300 |
| 12. Vermont | $63,380 |
| 13. Connecticut | $63,240 |
| 14. Nebraska | $62,980 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a recreational therapist make an hour in Maryland?
The median hourly pay in Maryland is $30.91 ($64,300 a year).
Do recreational therapists make more in Maryland than the national average?
Yes: $64,300 against $61,960 nationally, 4% more.
Where does Maryland rank for recreational therapist pay?
Maryland ranks 11 of 48 states.
Which city in Maryland pays recreational therapists the most?
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV, with a median of $71,050 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.