How much does a recreational therapist make in Mississippi?
$39,560a year
Median yearly pay for recreational therapists in Mississippi. That is $19.02 an hour or $3,297 a month.
- Hourly
- $19.02
- Vs. national median
- -36%
- Rank among states
- 48 of 48
- Jobs in the state
- 140
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $30,570Median: $39,560Highest 10%: $65,170
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $30,570 | $14.70 | |
| 25th | $34,800 | $16.73 | |
| Median | $39,560 | $19.02 | |
| 75th | $53,170 | $25.56 | |
| 90th | $65,170 | $31.33 |
Cities in Mississippi
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Memphis, TN | $55,270 |
| Jackson, MS | $38,800 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for recreational therapists.
| 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 Mississippi?
The median hourly pay in Mississippi is $19.02 ($39,560 a year).
Do recreational therapists make more in Mississippi than the national average?
No: $39,560 against $61,960 nationally, 36% less.
Where does Mississippi rank for recreational therapist pay?
Mississippi ranks 48 of 48 states.
Which city in Mississippi pays recreational therapists the most?
Memphis, TN-MS-AR, with a median of $55,270 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.