How much does a recreational therapist make in Michigan?
$61,700a year
Median yearly pay for recreational therapists in Michigan. That is $29.66 an hour or $5,142 a month.
- Hourly
- $29.66
- Vs. national median
- +0%
- Rank among states
- 18 of 48
- Jobs in the state
- 590
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $42,270Median: $61,700Highest 10%: $73,690
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $42,270 | $20.32 | |
| 25th | $51,180 | $24.61 | |
| Median | $61,700 | $29.66 | |
| 75th | $72,010 | $34.62 | |
| 90th | $73,690 | $35.43 |
Cities in Michigan
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Ann Arbor, MI | $70,960 |
| Detroit, MI | $62,600 |
| Grand Rapids, MI | $55,340 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for recreational therapists.
| 15. Massachusetts | $62,820 |
| 16. Arizona | $62,610 |
| 17. Texas | $62,490 |
| 18. Michigan | $61,700 |
| 19. Virginia | $61,270 |
| 20. Ohio | $60,770 |
| 21. New Jersey | $60,400 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a recreational therapist make an hour in Michigan?
The median hourly pay in Michigan is $29.66 ($61,700 a year).
Do recreational therapists make more in Michigan than the national average?
Yes: $61,700 against $61,960 nationally, 0% more.
Where does Michigan rank for recreational therapist pay?
Michigan ranks 18 of 48 states.
Which city in Michigan pays recreational therapists the most?
Ann Arbor, MI, with a median of $70,960 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.